countersigning

verb

present participle of countersign
as in endorsing

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  1. endorsing
  2. signing
  3. registering
Verb
  • Oba Femi triumphed over Brock Lesnar in a brutal Hell in a Cell main event in Lesnar's hometown, with Lesnar endorsing Femi post-match.
    — Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • But in 2022, Sánchez's government shifted course, endorsing Morocco's claims over the territory.
    — Miguel Macias, NPR, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of endorsing
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  • And such momentous changes as bringing back Eric Bieniemy as offensive coordinator and the Chiefs signing Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III to revive their running game heralded Reid’s recognition of the moment.
    — Vahe Gregorian July 31, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2026
  • Molly Mae Hague was a contestant on Love Island UK in 2019, signing some of the most lucrative deals in the TV show’s history across the fashion and beauty industry.
    — Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 30 July 2026
Definition of signing
Verb
  • The Idaho Transportation Department, whose Division of Motor Vehicles is tasked with registering the e-motorcycles and issuing driver’s licenses, has struggled to provide clear statewide guidance on what riders need to do to follow the law.
    — Rose Evans August 4, Idaho Statesman, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Owners are responsible for registering and updating microchip details.
    — Jen Reeder, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of registering
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“Countersigning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/countersigning. Accessed 6 Aug. 2026.

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