retribution
Example Sentences
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The book taught the importance of open and honest feedback in executing projects without fear of retribution.
She hoped the leadership "will pay more attention to inequality", asking to be identified only by her first name for fear of retribution.
From Barron's
Fear of Swiftie retribution held them back from acting on their instincts.
From Salon
They’re comically opposed to hard work and the duties of their job while also being almost impossibly protected from retribution by their employment contract.
From Salon
Law firms that represented his opponents were singled out for retribution.
From Salon
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