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3 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Despoil' in a Sentence

"To take away possessions or valuable things from someone by force; to rob, plunder, or pillage." more

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The invaders aimed to despoil the enemy's farmlands, causing widespread famine.
The mischievous bandits planned to despoil the farmer's fields, stealing his crops.
The invading forces sought to despoil the enemy's agricultural fields, causing food shortages.

Despoil

dih-spoil
verbTo take away possessions or valuable things from someone by force; to rob, plunder, or pillage.
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Last Updated On: February 21, 2024
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