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Retaliate

Definition

(formal) To take action against someone or something because they have done something unpleasant or wrong to you; to respond to an attack or insult by attacking or insulting in return.

Example Sentences

1The company will retaliate against the hackers by filing a lawsuit and seeking damages.
2Did the government retaliate against the whistleblower by revoking their security clearance?
3The union has threatened to retaliate against the company if it does not meet their demands for better working conditions.
4Try not to retaliate when someone insults you; instead, stay calm and respond thoughtfully.
5There is a risk that the country will retaliate against the economic sanctions by imposing its own trade restrictions.

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