retribution

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But, more often than not, retribution isn’t an option.

From Salon

“I think they are very afraid of retribution.”

From The Wall Street Journal

The designation followed a dispute over Anthropic’s AI tool limitations for military use; Anthropic argued retribution.

From The Wall Street Journal

SAN FRANCISCO—A federal judge on Tuesday said the U.S. government appeared to be punishing Anthropic by banning the artificial-intelligence company—in retribution for bringing into the public view its contracting dispute with the Pentagon.

From The Wall Street Journal

Seven team members initially sought humanitarian assistance in Australia, fearing retribution for not singing the national anthem.

From The Wall Street Journal