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6 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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Time and neglect have despoiled the once-grand mansion, now in decay.
Unscrupulous loggers have despoiled the ancient forest, destroying its biodiversity.
Over the years, human activities have despoiled the once-pristine wilderness.
Corporate greed has despoiled the beauty of the landscape with industrial complexes.
War has despoiled the city, turning bustling streets into empty ruins.
Raiders have despoiled the treasury, leaving the kingdom in financial ruin.

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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