retaliates

[US]/rɪˈtæl.i.eɪts/
[UK]/rɪˈtæl.i.eɪts/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to take revenge or respond to an attack

Phrases & Collocations

retaliates swiftly

retaliates fiercely

retaliates quickly

retaliates decisively

retaliates aggressively

retaliates immediately

retaliates unexpectedly

retaliates strongly

retaliates openly

retaliates silently

Example Sentences

the country retaliates against economic sanctions.

she retaliates with a sharp comment.

he always retaliates when provoked.

the team retaliates after losing the game.

in the face of bullying, she retaliates fiercely.

they plan to retaliate against the attack.

the government retaliates by cutting off trade.

he retaliates with a lawsuit.

when insulted, she retaliates with silence.

the player retaliates after a foul.

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