responder ao ataque
[ʁɛs.põ.ˈdeɾ ɐ.w ɐ.ˈta.kɨ]
verb phrase
to respond to the attack; to counterattack; to fight back
1. To react or defend oneself against an aggressive action or assault
The country decided to respond to the attack with military force.
O país decidiu responder ao ataque com força militar.
2. To take action in retaliation or self-defense following an offensive move
The team had to respond to the opponent's aggressive plays.
O time teve que responder aos ataques agressivos do adversário.
3. To answer or reply to criticism, accusations, or hostile remarks
She chose not to respond to the verbal attack.
Ela escolheu não responder ao ataque verbal.
NYC Slang
hit back; clap back; come back at someone
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