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Retaliation

noun
/rɪˌtæl.iˈeɪ.ʃən/

Meaning

the action of returning a military attack; counterattack; revenge for an injury or wrong

Example Sentences

The country threatened retaliation against any act of aggression.

Synonyms

revenge, reprisal, payback, vengeance

Antonyms

forgiveness, mercy, pardon, reconciliation

Collocations

fear of retaliation, swift retaliation, military retaliation

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