retaliatory
Example Sentences
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Unlike Mexico, Greer said, Canada “has a different approach to the United States. They have some retaliatory tariffs still in effect, and that makes it a problem for us to negotiate.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said Canadian retaliatory measures are a major hurdle for renewed trade pact talks.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
The federal district court found for Media Matters, saying this was clearly a retaliatory measure.
From Slate • May 18, 2026
But the Iran conflict, questions about tariffs and a series of retaliatory moves from Beijing highlight potential tripwires even as the two leaders prioritize stabilizing the relationship.
From Barron's • May 12, 2026
I doubted Bouain even realized Otto had tried to be hostile, until he gave Otto a retaliatory pinch.
From "Endangered" by Eliot Schrefer
