No. 14,015 in German
gegensteuern
To counteract or take corrective action.
In a sentence
Die Regierung muss Maßnahmen ergreifen, um gegen die steigende Inflation gegenzusteuern.
The government must take measures to counteract rising inflation.
Here 'gegensteuern' is used metaphorically to mean taking actions to counteract or manage a difficult situation.
Wenn das Auto ins Schleudern gerät, sollte der Fahrer vorsichtig gegensteuern.
If the car starts to skid, the driver should cautiously counter-steer.
Here 'gegensteuern' implies the literal action of counter-steering to regain control of the vehicle's direction.
In Krisenzeiten ist es wichtig, rechtzeitig gegenzusteuern, um größere Probleme zu vermeiden.
During times of crisis, it is important to counteract in a timely manner to avoid larger issues.
Here 'gegensteuern' is again metaphorical, emphasizing taking proactive measures to prevent escalating troubles.
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