counteroffensive
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counteroffensive (ˈkaʊntərəˌfɛnsɪv) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| a series of attacks by a defending force against an attacking enemy | |
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Counteroffensive
is always a great word to know.
So is zedonk. Does it mean:
| the offspring of a zebra and a donkey. |
| a scrap or morsel of food left at a meal. |
Example sentences
As heavier ground elements arrived, emphasis would shift from halting the invasion to preparing for a counteroffensive.
The preparation of the counteroffensive lasted around five days.
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