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How to pronounce “retaliation”

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Pronunciation guide for retaliation

Learning goal: Practice the English pronunciation of retaliation with real speech in context.
Available examples: 8 YouTube examples
Real speech example: How Farmworkers Are Fighting Extreme HeatFear of retaliation has kept many workers from speaking up
Definition summary: Violent or otherwise punitive response to an act of harm or perceived injustice; a hitting back; revenge.

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How Farmworkers Are Fighting Extreme Heat

Fear of retaliation has kept many workers from speaking up

[Noun]
Violent or otherwise punitive response to an act of harm or perceived injustice; a hitting back; revenge.

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