retribution

Example Sentences

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"Staff are very worried and upset about everything happening surrounding vaccines," a CDC union member, who asked not to be named for fear of retribution, told AFP.

From Barron's

One official who was involved and spoke on the condition of anonymity to avoid facing retribution said they were disgusted by the request’s “brazenness and the high-handed expectation of complicity.”

From Salon

When thieves break into John Wick’s home, mayhem and retribution ensue.

From Los Angeles Times

She requested The Times not share his name or her last name for fear of retribution.

From Los Angeles Times

Ajwad, 45, who is originally from Meknes and asked that his family name be withheld for fear of retribution, said some Sahrawis "don't want autonomy" under Morocco, because that would "impose restrictions" on their freedoms.

From Barron's