piracy
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The private security forces that some shippers engage today to prevent piracy could do the work of privateers.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
“Considering Somali piracy as an increased cost of trade translates into an estimated $18 billion yearly loss to the world economy,” researchers at the World Bank wrote in a 2013 report.
From Barron's • May 4, 2026
At least four vessels have been targeted in suspected piracy incidents in the last week including a fishing vessel and oil tanker.
From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026
Maritime authorities are warning of an increased threat to ships off the coast of Somalia after a cargo ship became the latest vessel to be seized in a suspected act of piracy.
From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026
These days the Sistermen left open piracy to Salladhor Saan and his ilk and confined themselves to wrecking.
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
Vocabulary lists containing piracy
Vocabulary from The Articles of Confederation
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"Principles of Business," Vocabulary from Chapter 11
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