retaliatory

Example Sentences

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Tehran had warned that Israeli attacks on southern Lebanon would trigger another wave of retaliatory strikes.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

The Saudis wanted the U.S. to pressure the U.A.E. to stop the retaliatory attacks and join diplomatic efforts by regional countries, they said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

The U.S. would need to weigh the risk of damage from Iranian retaliatory volleys.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

The federal district court found for Media Matters, saying this was clearly a retaliatory measure.

From Slate • May 18, 2026

“Yurr, oi reckon they pesky varmints got’n an ’eadache,” chuckled Foremole, as everybody on the ramparts ran to seek cover from the retaliatory missiles hurled by Cluny’s horde.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques