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单词 counterweigh
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Definition of counterweigh in English:

counterweigh

verb ˌkaʊntəˈweɪ
[with object]
  • Neutralize or cancel by exerting an opposite influence.

    the reduction in transport charges would be great enough to counterweigh the expenditure
    Example sentencesExamples
    • Ultimately, the exertions to counterweigh the awfulness of his actions with his gentle inner qualities yield a totally unbelievable character.
    • Several critics have pointed out information technology's negative aspects, partly to counterweigh the hype about all of its merits.
    • The support of the traditionally diehard unionist Daily Express was to counterweigh the opposition of more recalcitrant Conservatives.
    • Unions may be compelled to make concessions in order to counterweigh the incentives for employers to seek lower operating costs abroad.
    • Relatively autonomous towns counterweighed the influence of county officers.
    • The Community Method is not only a means of counterweighing the influence of big states to the advantage of small ones.
    • This recent movement did not have sufficient weight to counterweigh the rights of other children and their self-proclaimed parents.
    Synonyms
    neutralize, counterbalance, counteract, balance, balance out, countervail
 
 
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