retribution on

Frequency: 4.02.5 per million words

Used to specify who receives the punishment (less common than 'against').

retributionPREPOSITION

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Examples (10)

  • She saw the sentence as just retribution on the man who had assaulted her.
  • The community demanded swift retribution on those responsible for the crime.
  • He feared divine retribution on him for his past misdeeds.
  • The dictator exacted brutal retribution on anyone who dared to oppose him.
  • Many believe that historical injustices will eventually bring retribution on the perpetrators.
  • The ancient gods were known to unleash terrible retribution on mortals who offended them.
  • There was a strong desire for retribution on the invading forces.
  • The king's cruel actions brought severe retribution on his own family.
  • Some argue that capital punishment is a form of just retribution on heinous criminals.
  • The victims sought legal retribution on the corporation for its negligence.