revenge
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The timing prompted speculation that the attack was part of a revenge plot against a country that had been a key transit hub for Uyghurs as Thailand's then-military leaders grew closer to Beijing.
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
It also makes O’Donnell a competent foil—and a satisfying target for Trump’s favorite pastime, revenge.
From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026
Fontana had fired the man—for good reason, he insists—and the ex-employee took revenge with a scathing review.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
What follows is part comedy and part emotional warfare as two middle-aged friends spiral into a battle of resentment, jealousy and revenge.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
“Hercules hung us upside down once, you know. Oh, revenge is sweet!”
From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan
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