No. 10,578 in Swedish
kontrar
"Kontrar" means "counter" or "respond" in a retaliatory or opposing manner.
In a sentence
Han kontrar snabbt med ett motargument.
He counters quickly with a counterargument.
Here, 'kontrar' is used to indicate a swift response or rebuttal in a debate or discussion.
Basketspelaren kontrar genom att dribbla förbi motståndaren.
The basketball player counters by dribbling past the opponent.
In this scenario, 'kontrar' signifies an offensive move in sports, specifically suggesting an active response.
Hon kontrar med en snabb och skarp kommentar.
She counters with a quick and sharp remark.
Here, 'kontrar' is utilized to describe a verbal comeback or an incisive reply in conversation.
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