plundering

Example Sentences

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This practice stood in contrast to the prohibition against plundering civilian property on land because of the recognition of the integral relationship between maritime commerce and war.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

The discovery evokes a medieval era during which Vikings landed in the British Isles, raiding, plundering and trading their way through England and Scotland.

From New York Times • Mar. 15, 2024

As technology for both finding and plundering these vessels has grown more sophisticated, more companies have entered the field, increasing competition.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2024

The first was full of flamboyant strokeplay as he and Phil Salt got England off to flying start, plundering 50 runs off 5.5 overs until the latter was bowled by Romario Shepherd.

From BBC • Dec. 6, 2023

Milo had been caught red-handed in the act of plundering his countrymen, and, as a result, his stock had never been higher.

From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller