retaliation
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At the time, Lively’s attorneys argued that Baldoni’s claims amounted to “weaponizing defamation lawsuits” against someone who had spoken publicly about harassment and retaliation.
From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026
Last July, the EU had laid the groundwork for possible retaliation if talks with Washington fell through -- preparing a list of US goods that could be targeted.
From Barron's • May 1, 2026
The firm is now suing the government over the alleged retaliation it faced after refusing to accept "any lawful use" language in its own contract.
From BBC • May 1, 2026
Stryker posted higher profit and sales in the first quarter, during which it was hit by a cyberattack that reportedly was in retaliation to the war in Iran.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
In retaliation, Mr. Carter instituted a lockout, closing the mine to everybody.
From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam
Vocabulary lists containing retaliation
Fahrenheit 451
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