antiterrorism

American

[an-tahy-ter-er-iz-uhm, an-tee-] / ˌæn taɪˈtɛr ərˌɪz əm, ˌæn ti- /

adjective

serving to prevent, reduce, or punish terrorism; antiterrorist.

noun

the goal or process of preventing, reducing, or punishing terrorism; measures taken to oppose terrorism.

Example Sentences

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Meanwhile, Kenya and its U.S.-funded antiterrorism courts continue to face the threat from Islamist extremist groups.

From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 9, 2025

The U.S.-funded antiterrorism courts, located near a maximum-security prison to reduce the risks of transporting suspects, handle Kenya’s most high-profile terrorism prosecutions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 9, 2025

Created as an antiterrorism force after the Sept. 11 attacks, officers spend much of their energy preventing suicides.

From New York Times • Nov. 5, 2023

Sweden has hardened its antiterrorism laws, amended its constitution and agreed to extradite a number of people Turkey has asked for.

From New York Times • Jul. 11, 2023

“So, why do you cut up antiterrorism tactics?”

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali

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