plundering

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Estrada was charged in 2014 with plundering millions of dollars meant for government development projects, but the court acquitted him a decade later.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

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

Despite skipper Shan Masood plundering 151, supported by Abdullah Shafique’s 102, the tourists stuck at it.

From BBC • Oct. 7, 2024

Gabriel said his intent was for the state’s new law to protect all victims of genocide, persecution and political plundering.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 16, 2024

It was used to keep away leopards and—and—she almost had it—to keep witches from plundering graves!

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer