verb (past participle of 'counterpetition') as in strong fondness

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Example Sentences

Example:Both parties petitioned back and forth until a resolution was reached.

Definition:To respond with a petition, often in a legal or formal setting.

From petitioned back

Example:The defendant counterfiled after the plaintiff filed a lawsuit against them.

Definition:To file a formal legal document in response to another, often to contest or challenge the initial filing.

From counterfiled

Example:The counterclaim was filed after the plaintiff's initial claim was filed.

Definition:To make a claim against the plaintiff or respondent in a legal proceeding.

From counterclaimed