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pirate

[pahy-ruht] / ˈpaɪ rət /


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The copper pirates have pried heavy metal plates from sidewalks to access underground lines.

From The Wall Street Journal

In Monday’s case, Sony sued Cox for “contributory” copyright infringement because the cable provider didn’t shut off internet access to alleged pirates who used its service.

From The Wall Street Journal

In a statement, company spokesman Thorstein Andreasen said that “the pirates had abandoned the vessel and brought a part of the crew members with them.”

From Seattle Times

The pacing of the episode’s back half — from the pirate fight to Bo-Katan’s helmet removal — is enjoyably snappy.

From New York Times

This hijacking took place further south in an area that is not typically attacked by pirates.

From Seattle Times