Synonyms for reprisal
rɪˈpraɪ zəlreprisal

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1. reprisal

   Synonyms:
   retaliation, retribution, self-compensation, self-indemnification

   Antonyms:
   condonation, grace, remission, reprieve

Princeton's WordNet

1. reprisalnoun

   a retaliatory action against an enemy in wartime

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1. • Retaliation

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1. List of paraphrases for "reprisal":

   retaliation, retaliatory, reprisals, revenge, revengeful, retribution, counter-violence, tit-for-tat, vengeance, retaliate

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1. Thomas Hughes:

   This international threat to writers and bloggers is an unacceptable attack on freedom of expression, such threats often have a chilling effect on expression, encouraging individuals and organizations to self-censor for fear of violent reprisal.

2. Maureen Ferreira-Walters:

   The recent killings were so senseless, without fear of reprisal. It reminds me of the bad days in Rio.

3. Frank McKenzie:

   We've worked intensely to evacuate and relocate Afghans who worked alongside us, and are at particular risk of reprisal. We've gotten many out, but many are still there. We will keep working to help them. Our commitment to them has no deadline.

4. Santiago Lyon:

   Abd is an internationally celebrated journalist who upholds the AP's high standards of ethics and integrity, independent news organizations must be permitted to bear witness to news events without fear of government interference or reprisal.

5. Lee Chang-min:

   An effective compliance program could be operated within the environment, encouraging employees to internally report violation without fearing reprisal. But this is not the case at Korean companies.