fear retribution

Frequency: 6.79.2 per million words

To be afraid of receiving punishment.

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Examples (10)

  • The celebrity couple clearly feared retribution from their fans.
  • He refused to testify, as he feared severe retribution from the criminal organization.
  • Many employees fear retribution if they speak out against management.
  • Activists often fear political retribution for their dissenting views.
  • Despite the risks, she did not fear the inevitable retribution for her actions.
  • Children who bully others sometimes fear retribution from their victims.
  • The informant secretly supplied information, fearing immediate retribution if discovered.
  • Do you truly fear divine retribution for your sins?
  • After the rebellion, many citizens feared military retribution.
  • It is natural to fear retribution when you have wronged someone.