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piracy

[pahy-ruh-see] / ˈpaɪ rə si /


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"Actions like this will continue as part of our ongoing fight against the damage caused by illegal streaming and other forms of piracy."

From BBC • May 23, 2026

To sustain the global economy, we must ensure that the “sound dues” of the 21st century—instability, piracy, and conflict—aren’t the price of doing business.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

That became a problem for Chinese shippers around 2010 when Somali piracy was on an upswing, so Beijing permitted the creation of private firms according to strict guidelines, Heath said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

Organisers of the GSF have said the allegations against the two men are baseless and accused Israel of acts of piracy under international law.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

News of this came north to Gont, but the Lords of Gont were busy with their piracy and paid small heed to the woes of other lands.

From "A Wizard of Earthsea" by Ursula K. Le Guin




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