concept   retribution
culture   United States
statement   In the United States, retribution is seen as a form of justice and punishment linked to seeking revenge and repayment for wrongdoing.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 retaliation United States Seen as a way to assert one's rights and defend oneself 1
2 retribution United States Retribution is often seen as a form of justice and punishment for wrongdoing in the legal system. 1
3 retribution United States Retribution is often associated with justice and is a fundamental principle in the legal system, including the concept of 'an eye for an eye'. 1
4 retribution United States Retribution is a form of punishment that focuses on revenge and paying back for wrongdoing. 1
5 revenge United States Seeking revenge is often portrayed as a justified act of personal retribution in literature and media. 1
6 revenge United States Seeking revenge is often portrayed as a personal vendetta and is generally discouraged by legal systems. 1
7 vengeance United States Portrayed in many action movies as a strong motivator for characters seeking justice or retribution. 1
8 vengeance United States Seeking vengeance is often portrayed as an individual's quest for justice and closure. 1