/rɪˈtæliəˌtɔri stɛp/ – Phrase
Definition: biện pháp trả đũa.
A more thorough explanation: A retaliatory step refers to an action taken in response to a perceived wrong or injury, typically in the context of a legal dispute or conflict. This action is often taken as a form of retaliation or revenge against the party believed to have caused the initial harm.
Example: The company took a retaliatory step by filing a lawsuit against the former employee who had filed a discrimination complaint.