payback

Example Sentences

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One could read the entire scripture — both the Old and New Testaments — as an allegory for humanity’s penchant for payback, and God’s many warnings against it.

From Salon • May 19, 2026

Australia's national broadcaster, the ABC, reported that some in the crowd outside the hospital yelled that Lewis needed to face "payback" and accused the police of protecting him.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

“There is some payback in our culture,” he added.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

That can make the payback period for a used EV only one or two years.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

It was his payback for the phony tickets.

From "Small Steps" by Louis Sachar