What does "contrarrestar" mean in English?

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Spanish

contrarrestar

English

counteract

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Alternative translations of "contrarrestar"

offset
counterbalance
neutralize
countervail

Examples of how to use "contrarrestar" in Spanish

Spanish
Tomaron medidas para contrarrestar el efecto.
English
They took measures to counteract the effect.
Spanish
Ella contrarresta los efectos del ejercicio.
English
She counteracts the effects of exercise.
Spanish
El médico contrarrestó la reacción alérgica.
English
The doctor countered the allergic reaction.
Spanish
Antes contrarrestaba las críticas con calma.
English
He used to counter criticisms calmly.
Spanish
Nosotros contrarrestaremos el problema mañana.
English
We will counter the problem tomorrow.

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Tomaron medidas para contrarrestar el efecto.

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