retaliatory

Example Sentences

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But the agreement preserved Lively’s ability to seek attorneys fees and damages under California Civil Code Section 47.1, a relatively new statute designed to shield sexual harassment and assault accusers from retaliatory defamation claims.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said retaliatory measures from Canada on U.S. products are a major hurdle thwarting talks between the two countries on a renewed trade pact.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Just before the Scotland news conference at their palatial Charlotte base camp, three Norwegian reporters fetched up in search of Scottish retaliatory thunder.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

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

From Slate • May 18, 2026

“Yurr, oi reckon they pesky varmints got’n an ’eadache,” chuckled Foremole, as everybody on the ramparts ran to seek cover from the retaliatory missiles hurled by Cluny’s horde.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques