At the same time, state and federal laws sought to counter this development with "antitrust" laws.

In fact, New Valley quickly sought to counter the agency's action.

Supporters of the bill sought to counter that idea today.

The council sought to counter public impressions that, in the words of one member, "This stuff doesn't work."

President Clinton said yesterday the government would seek to counter rising heating costs.

They also sought to counter notions that any land campaign would entail large numbers of American casualties.

American Indian illustrators, too, sought to counter these stereotypical images.

Over time the evidence became stronger and tobacco companies sought to counter the charges.

White House aides sought to counter even those measured expressions of optimism.

All she can do is seek to counter your own weapons.