Cryptic: Puzzling, Obscure
Balmy: Temperate, Soothing
Quarry: Prey, Target
Retribution: Punishment, Revenge
Coveted: Desirable, Longed For
Answer:
The tree of liberty must be refreshed from time to time, with the blood of patriots and tyrants.
Explanation:
continued rebellion would be "refreshing the tree of liberty"
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