resisting force

resisting force
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internal force

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  • coun|ter|force — «KOWN tuhr FRS, FOHRS», noun. a force acting in opposition to another; contrary, opposing, or resisting force: »The counterforce to the body s efforts is provided by the body weight (New Scientist) …   Useful english dictionary

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