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antiterrorism

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

adjective

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


noun

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

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In May 2014 the State Department had determined that Cuba was “not cooperating fully with United States antiterrorism efforts,” but the designation had to be revoked for Mr. Obama’s diplomatic initiative to proceed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

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

“Sweden has fulfilled its obligations,” Mr. Stoltenberg said, adding that it had lifted an arms embargo on Turkey, strengthened its antiterrorism legislation and amended its constitution.

From New York Times • Jun. 14, 2023

He noted that as of Thursday Sweden had tightened its antiterrorism laws.

From Washington Times • Jun. 1, 2023

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

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

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