ven
geance
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the act of inflicting harm or punishment on someone as retribution for a perceived wrongdoing or injury
- Seeking vengeance for his brother's death, the protagonist embarked on a quest to bring the perpetrators to justice.
- In an act of vengeance, the rival gang vandalized the property of their adversaries.
- The character's desire for vengeance consumed him, leading to a spiral of violence and revenge.
- Fueled by vengeance, the hero confronted the antagonist in a final showdown to avenge the betrayal of his loved ones.
- Despite the temptation for vengeance, the protagonist chose to forgive his enemies and pursue reconciliation instead.
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