The verb "retaliate" refers to the act of responding to an injury, harm, or provocation with a similar or equivalent action. Often used in contexts of conflict or aggression, retaliation involves taking action against someone who has caused harm, with the intention of inflicting comparable harm in return. This verb captures the notion of seeking revenge or justice by mirroring the initial offense, typically as a means of retribution or deterrence. Retaliation can be seen in various social, legal, and interpersonal scenarios, highlighting the complex interplay between actions and reactions in human behavior.
After the prank, he decided to retaliate by filling their shoes with shaving cream.
She chose not to retaliate against the negative comments, believing it was better to remain professional.
The company will retaliate against any attempts to steal their proprietary information.
He felt provoked but knew it was wise not to retaliate and escalate the situation further.
The government threatened to retaliate with sanctions if the agreements were not upheld.
Feeling hurt by her betrayal, he was tempted to retaliate, but ultimately decided against it.
The players decided to retaliate by boycotting the next game due to unfair treatment.
Their military decided to retaliate immediately following the surprise attack on their base.
He warned them that if they continued to spread rumors about him, he would retaliate legally.
After enduring years of bullying, she finally decided to retaliate by standing up for herself.
I retaliate when provoked.
You retaliate when necessary.
He retaliates if attacked.
She retaliates to defend herself.
It retaliates automatically.
We retaliate to protect our interests.
They retaliate when threatened.
I retaliated immediately.
You retaliated swiftly.
He retaliated without hesitation.
She retaliated fiercely.
It retaliated instantly.
We retaliated yesterday.
They retaliated last night.
I will retaliate if necessary.
You will retaliate if provoked.
He will retaliate if challenged.
She will retaliate if attacked.
It will retaliate if triggered.
We will retaliate if needed.
They will retaliate if endangered.
I have retaliated before.
You have retaliated successfully.
He has retaliated on several occasions.
She has retaliated in the past.
It has retaliated previously.
We have retaliated many times.
They have retaliated whenever necessary.
I had retaliated before they could react.
You had retaliated by the time help arrived.
He had retaliated before the situation escalated.
She had retaliated before anyone knew.
It had retaliated before detection.
We had retaliated before the deadline.
They had retaliated before the storm hit.
I will have retaliated by tomorrow.
You will have retaliated by next week.
He will have retaliated by the end of the day.
She will have retaliated by the time you arrive.
It will have retaliated by the next trigger.
We will have retaliated by the meeting.
They will have retaliated by the deadline.
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