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7 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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Poachers continue to despoil natural habitats, pushing many species to the brink of extinction.
Unscrupulous loggers have despoiled the ancient forest, destroying its biodiversity.
Greedy corporations will despoil the pristine landscapes for short-term profits.
Poachers will be despoiling the habitats of endangered species for their valuable body parts.
Despite conservation efforts, poachers had been despoiling the endangered species' habitats.
Poachers have been despoiling the wildlife reserves, hunting endangered species.
Poachers are despoiling the natural beauty of the wildlife reserve.

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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