avenge

Example Sentences

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Her dreams propelled Jackson toward college — as did a need to avenge the childhood taunts that echoed in his head.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 17, 2026

It is also a chance for the Broncos to avenge last year's devastating 31-7 playoff loss in Buffalo.

From Barron's • Jan. 16, 2026

The Rams are looking to avenge their loss in Carolina earlier this season with a win over the Panthers in the NFC wild-card playoffs.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 9, 2026

In its still-battered condition, Islamic State isn’t likely to escalate its attacks against the U.S. to avenge the strikes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 20, 2025

Zeus had by now remembered his promise to Thetis to avenge Achilles’ wrong.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton