Block
Block verb - To close up so that no empty spaces remain.
Counterattack and block are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Counterattack" instead a verb "Block".
Counterattack
Counterattack verb - Make a counterattack.
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Synonyms for Counterattack
Block and counterattack are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Block" instead a verb "Counterattack".
Nearby Words: counterattacking, counterattacked
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- Beating Bonetail earns you a badge that lets Mario automatically counterattack any enemy, but by the time you get the badge, you're probably good enough enough block or counterattack on your own anyway.
Source: Bragging Rights Reward -
Sandman gets this at a certain point in the fight, requiring you to dodge enough of his punches until he gets tired to counterattack or block, at which point depleting whatever life he has left while he stands there defenseless leads into an instant KO.
Source: Video Game / Punch-Out!! - The Fire Emblem fighters have a move that not only negates all damage, but (assuming you block a split-second before your opponent's attack) your character will immediately counterattack as well.
Source: Blocking Stops All Damage
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