retaliatory

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But the agreement preserved Lively’s ability to seek attorneys fees and damages under California Civil Code Section 47.1, a relatively new statute designed to shield sexual harassment and assault accusers from retaliatory defamation claims.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

Just before the Scotland news conference at their palatial Charlotte base camp, three Norwegian reporters fetched up in search of Scottish retaliatory thunder.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 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 federal district court found for Media Matters, saying this was clearly a retaliatory measure.

From Slate • May 18, 2026

President Kennedy had warned that any Soviet attack would be met with “a full retaliatory response.”

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin