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To: Neocon who wrote (15384)	6/24/2002 4:30:00 PM
From: Lane3	Read Replies (1) of 21057

I've spent more than the usual time with the dictionary today making sure I was using words in the standard way. I am unable to distinguish between retribution and vengeance. My sense has been that vengeance is somewhat stronger, but I sure can't see your notion that one is appropriate and the other not. Main Entry: ven·geance Pronunciation: 'ven-j&n(t)s Function: noun Etymology: Middle English, from Old French, from vengier to avenge, from Latin vindicare to lay claim to, avenge -- more at VINDICATE Date: 14th century : punishment inflicted in retaliation for an injury or offense : RETRIBUTION - with a vengeance 1 : with great force or vehemence 2 : to an extreme or excessive degree

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