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burglary

[bur-gluh-ree] / ˈbɜr glə ri /


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A search of the suspects’ cars revealed things connecting the four men to the burglary, the sheriff’s office said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

On Monday, the Los Angeles Police Department responded to a report of a burglary in the 1500 block of Rexford Drive, according to a police department news release.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

When Thomas Ruby was tried for burglary in 1741, he 'begged very hard' to have his hat returned, explaining 'for he had none to wear'.

From Science Daily • May 7, 2026

On the day of the burglary, McCoy had cycled past the address three times.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 2026

They’re worried About lawns And new tires, The burglary Of a friend’s house.

From "Neighborhood Odes" by Gary Soto




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