robbed
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Possibly the same fear of making value judgments that has inhibited Bonnie from imposing common-sense discipline in her classroom has robbed “For Want of a Horse” of a propulsive point of view.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026
Magyar has spoken of Hungary being robbed bare, with billions going missing in state contracts and corruption taking place on an industrial scale.
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026
Spurs have been robbed of two key components all season, with the creative forces of Dejan Kulusevki and James Maddison still to appear.
From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026
The boycott has robbed the group stage of the biggest rivalry and money-spinning spectacle, but leaves India in pole position to top the group.
From Barron's • Feb. 3, 2026
Samson, robbed of his prey, squealed in fury and followed the Huntsman into the trees with a neigh that sounded almost hungry.
From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley
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