reprisals
Произношение: [rɪˈpraɪzəlz]
Слово
Контекст: «conflict»
(noun) actions taken by someone to harm or get back at another person in response to something that person did. It's like when someone hits you, and you hit them back.
Пример
After the unfair treatment, they decided not to take any reprisals against their opponents.
Пример
The company faced reprisals after firing several employees unfairly.
Пример
What reprisals might occur if someone breaks the rules?
Контекст: «politics»
(noun) actions taken by a country or group to punish another country or group, often for something they did. This can happen in wars or political disputes, like when one country retaliates for an attack.
Пример
The government announced that there would be no reprisals after the protests.
Пример
In times of conflict, reprisals often lead to more violence instead of peace.
Пример
What reprisals could be expected if diplomatic relations break down?
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