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"Retaliation against an enemy in warfare, responding to received injuries by inflicting equal or greater harm." more

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The cat gave a reprisal to the teasing mouse.

Reprisal

ri-prahy-zuhl
nounRetaliation against an enemy in warfare, responding to received injuries by inflicting equal or greater harm.

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Last Updated On: March 19, 2024
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