retaliatory

Example Sentences

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Tehran had warned that Israeli attacks on southern Lebanon would trigger another wave of retaliatory strikes.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

The Saudis wanted the U.S. to pressure the U.A.E. to stop the retaliatory attacks and join diplomatic efforts by regional countries, they said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

The federal district court found for Media Matters, saying this was clearly a retaliatory measure.

From Slate • May 18, 2026

Neugebauer’s legal team argues his firing was retaliatory because he and others raised governance concerns to the board.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

President Kennedy had warned that any Soviet attack would be met with “a full retaliatory response.”

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin