Retaliatory Strike
/ˌrɛtəˈliːətɔːri straɪk/
Definitions
- (n.) A military or legal action initiated as a response to a prior aggression or injury.
The state justified the retaliatory strike as a necessary act of self-defense.
- (n.) An action taken in response to unlawful conduct by another party, often to enforce rights or deter further harm in legal contexts.
The company's retaliatory strike against the competitor involved filing a counter-lawsuit.
Forms
- retaliatory strike
- retaliatory strikes
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Commentary
In legal drafting, clearly distinguishing a retaliatory strike as a response to prior wrongful acts is crucial to justify its lawfulness, especially under international law.
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