retaliation in a sentence
n.
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Definition
Retaliation is the act of responding to an injury or wrongdoing with a counteraction or vengeance.
Crossword clues for retaliation
Crossword clue ideas and answer hints for the word "retaliation".
- Response to an attack or offense.
- Act of revenge for a wrong done.
- Counteraction to a previous injury.
- Getting back at someone for harm.
- Vengeful response to a perceived slight.
Retaliation sentence examples
- The government warned against retaliation after the recent cyberattack on its infrastructure.
- She feared that his harsh words might lead to retaliation from her colleagues.
- The community came together to support the victim, vowing not to let retaliation overshadow their unity.
- Retaliation is often counterproductive, leading to a cycle of vengeance that never truly resolves the conflict.
- In a surprising move, the company chose to address the issue diplomatically rather than resorting to retaliation.