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Counterprogram

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Meaning

To schedule (a broadcast on radio or television) to compete or contrast with a program broadcast simultaneously on another station..

Definitions by Sense

  1. To schedule (a broadcast on radio or television) to compete or contrast with a program broadcast simultaneously on another station.
  2. By extension, to engage in similar competitive posturing or scheduling in any comparable situation.

Example Sentences

The opposing political party is deploying high profile speakers to counterprogram the convention with small rallies at nearby sites.

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What does counterprogram mean?

Counterprogram means To schedule (a broadcast on radio or television) to compete or contrast with a program broadcast simultaneously on another station..

What is a synonym for counterprogram?

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What is the opposite of counterprogram?

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How do you use counterprogram in a sentence?

The opposing political party is deploying high profile speakers to counterprogram the convention with small rallies at nearby sites.

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