avenger
Example Sentences
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“She was the outsider prosecutor, the avenger who was going to come in and bring about change,” Mr. Axelrod said.
From New York Times
“In order to become an invisible avenger whom the occupiers will fear, it is necessary to know tactics, medicine, internet security, homemade weapons, and nonviolent actions,” the center’s website says.
From New York Times
Many, though not all, found that the punishment fit the crime; Will Smith emerged as an avenger of a microagression.
From Salon
The second novel in James’s Dark Star trilogy recasts the first through the eyes of Sogolon, who escapes horrific abuse to become the ruthless avenger the Moon Witch.
From New York Times
As the women battle fraternity bros, human traffickers and the racist police who enable them, this mirthless tale hinges on Joey’s unconvincing transformation from gentle homebody to violent avenger.
From New York Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
