retaliate
Example Sentences
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Beijing quickly retaliated by sending Chinese coast guard vessels into waters around disputed islands and military drones near an outlying Japanese island.
The United States and Britain have retaliated numerous times against Houthi missiles since Jan. 11.
From Seattle Times
It said Cuomo’s staffers failed to adequately report allegations and retaliated against four women who raised complaints.
From Seattle Times
Israel has retaliated with massive airstrikes on Gaza and a ground invasion that local health officials say have killed 26,000 Palestinians in Gaza.
From Los Angeles Times
In response, Waldie alleged afterward, Juarez retaliated by initiating a work slowdown at the Compton station.
From Los Angeles Times
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