looting
Example Sentences
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Shops quickly shut to prevent looting, making it difficult for the arrivals to eat or drink water.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 7, 2026
Many of the tombs had suffered damage from looting in the past, leaving several artifacts in poor condition.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 15, 2026
But Klingbeil rejected claims Berlin was "looting" the fund, while stressing cuts were necessary to help plug the hole in the budget.
From Barron's ● Jul. 6, 2026
The South African police say that about 900 people were arrested, mostly for immigration-related offences and looting.
From BBC ● Jul. 1, 2026
Worse, the chaos and looting during the fire reminded people of the city’s uncivilized pioneer days.
From "The Great Fire" by Jim Murphy
