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9 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 have been despoiling the ancient artifacts from the archaeological site.
The treasure hunters were determined to despoil the hidden tomb, hoping to find ancient riches.
The unscrupulous treasure hunters had been despoiling the underwater archaeological site.
The looters are despoiling the ancient ruins, stealing historical artifacts.
By the time the explorers reached the ancient tomb, grave robbers had despoiled its treasures.
Greedy treasure hunters despoiled the hidden tomb, taking away its riches.
While on the archaeological dig, the treasure hunters were despoiling the sacred burial site.
By the time the archaeologists arrive, the tomb raiders will have despoiled the ancient burial site.
Unscrupulous individuals may despoil ancient burial sites for valuable artifacts.

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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