reprisalist

[US]//rɪˈpraɪzəlɪst//
[UK]//rɪˈpraɪzəlɪst//

Translation

n.a person who carries out or advocates reprisals; a retaliator
adj.relating to, characterized by, or advocating reprisals; retaliatory in nature

Phrases & Collocations

the reprisalist

a reprisalist

reprisalists

reprisalist tactics

reprisalist threat

reprisalist attack

reprisalist campaign

reprisalist reprisals

reprisalist policy

Example Sentences

the reprisalist issued a stern warning after the border attack.

as a reprisalist, she demanded swift action against the perpetrators.

the reprisalist called for retaliatory strikes in a televised address.

critics said the reprisalist was fueling a cycle of violence.

the reprisalist pushed for punitive measures against the rival faction.

after the bombing, the reprisalist urged a hardline response.

the reprisalist argued that deterrence requires a firm reply.

negotiators struggled as the reprisalist rejected any compromise.

the reprisalist pressed the cabinet to authorize counterattacks.

in the debate, the reprisalist insisted on harsh retaliation.

the reprisalist blamed restraint for repeated provocations.

some voters admired the reprisalist for taking a tough stance.

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