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Robbery
01
the crime of stealing money or goods from someone or somewhere, especially by violence or threat
Examples
The bank was the target of a robbery, with the thieves escaping with a large sum of money.
The convenience store installed security cameras to deter robbery attempts.
02
plundering during riots or in wartime
Examples
The village suffered widespread robbery during the invasion.
Looting and robbery followed the chaos of the riot.
