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Synonyms for Counterattack (same or very similar meaning)

WordNet sense 1 (make a counterattack):
counterstrike

WordNet sense 2 (an attack by a defending force against an attacking enemy force in order to regain lost ground or cut off enemy advance units etc.):
countermove

WordNet sense 3 ((chess) an attack that is intended to counter the opponent's advantage in another part of the board):
counterplay


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