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Countervail (Verb)

Compensate for or counterbalance; "offset deposits and withdrawals".

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

The tax cuts will countervail the losses incurred due to the economic downturn, helping businesses stay afloat.
Her positive attitude helps countervail the stress of her demanding job.
The new wind farm's electricity production will countervail the energy requirements of the nearby town.
The company's international profits will countervail the decline in domestic sales.
Their economic aid package is intended to countervail the financial strain on low-income families caused by the crisis.

Oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions; "This will counteract the foolish actions of my colleagues".

Verbs of political and social activities and events.

The emergency responders worked tirelessly to countervail the damage caused by the hurricane by providing food, shelter, and medical aid to those in need.
Efforts to countervail climate change include reducing carbon emissions, increasing the use of renewable energy sources, and protecting natural habitats.
The activists organized a rally to countervail the government's decision to cut funding for social welfare programs.
Scientists are striving to countervail the effects of air pollution by developing new technologies to purify the air and reduce emissions.
Policies aimed at countervailing the economic downturn include tax cuts, increased government spending, and low-interest loans for businesses.