retaliation
Example Sentences
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The kingdom directed local media to limit both its coverage and support of the demonstrations to avoid Iranian retaliation.
Since Takaichi’s remark on Taiwan in November, Beijing’s retaliation has included berating Tokyo at the United Nations, canceling flights to Japan and tightening export controls on goods with potential military uses.
Beijing’s retaliation has included berating Tokyo at the United Nations, canceling flights to Japan and threatening a ban on imports of Japanese seafood.
Some appeared on TV to denounce the attack, but their options for immediate retaliation appeared limited.
From Barron's
Like most former employees, the ex-workers requested anonymity, fearing professional retaliation.
From Los Angeles Times
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