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单词

retribution

读音
ˌretrɪˈbjuːʃn
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释义

n. 报应;惩罚;报答;报偿

例句

He didn't want any further involvement for fear of retribution.
由于害怕遭到惩罚,他不想进一步卷进去。
People are seeking retribution for the latest terrorist outrages.
人们在设法对恐怖分子最近的暴行进行严惩。
Evil actions will bring retribution.
恶行会有恶报。

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said they would not be willing to stand up for what they believe infor fear of retribution.What I learned from my mother
decided that it would be the final affront.It was time for retribution.
He was just days from being released.But she believed authorities would want retribution.Over the next four days, prisoners held negotiations with officials.
And they're retaliation-proof.Since there is no real retribution possiblethat would make any difference,
I felt loved.What's shielded me from hatred and wanting retribution,what's given me the courage to say:
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