Cryptic crossword clue
Retribution from Gene after bashing in lead at church

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word VENGEANCE

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The straight part
We know that "Retribution" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case retribution = vengeance.
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What does VENGEANCE mean?

VENGEANCE noun
  1. Revenge taken for an insult, injury, or other wrong.
  2. Desire for revenge.

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