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Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
(boxing) A counterattack begun immediately after an opponent throws a jab, exploiting the opening in the opponent's position..
Use cross-counter when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.
Cross-counter means (boxing) A counterattack begun immediately after an opponent throws a jab, exploiting the opening in the opponent's position..
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Use cross-counter where its definition matches the intended context.
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