Meaning of strike back in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Verb

    strike back

    Definitions

    1. make a counterattack and return like for like, especially evil for evil

    Examples

    • « The Empire strikes back »
    • « The Giants struck back and won the opener »
    • « The Israeli army retaliated for the Hamas bombing »

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