hit back
Example Sentences
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Ukrainian defense-technology companies are rapidly improving the range, speed and payload of long-distance drones, bringing more of Russia within reach and allowing Ukraine to hit back at its invaders.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 1, 2026
Ontario Premier Doug Ford has hit back at Donald Trump by installing a large sign on Canada's shoreline with the message: "Lake Ontario. Now and Always."
From BBC ● Aug. 30, 2026
On Wednesday, speaking from his California studio cluttered with knick-knacks, Piker hit back.
From Barron's ● Aug. 28, 2026
On Monday, the White House hit back at the latest challenge to Trump's tariffs, arguing the government move was legal.
From Barron's ● Aug. 3, 2026
This is another thing life is throwing at me, and I need to hit back before I lose Autumn.
From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer
