la represalia
reprisal
Es una acción que se hace para vengarse o castigar a alguien por algo que hizo antes.
The word "represalia" in Spanish means retaliation or retribution. It refers to an act of response typically intended to harm someone in return for a perceived wrong or injury. It is often used in contexts involving personal relationships or conflicts between groups. The term suggests a cycle of action and reaction, where one party acts in response to the actions of another, usually in a negative manner.
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Examples
Tomaron represalias después de la injusticia sufrida.noun
They took reprisals after the injustice they suffered.
El gobierno intentó evitar la represalia con un acuerdo pacífico.noun
The government tried to avoid the reprisal with a peaceful agreement.
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