ripped off

Example Sentences

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Her sentiment takes on a much more literal meaning when Corvette finds out that Christie ripped off one of her designs for Metro Designers’ latest collection.

From Salon • May 22, 2026

I now suspect we’ve been ripped off by our adviser.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

Neighbourhoods were plunged into darkness as power lines snapped, while trees were uprooted and roofs ripped off.

From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026

“I was very disappointed. There needs to be more protection out there, both for consumers and for artists, so people aren’t getting ripped off all the time.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 29, 2026

I ripped off the wrapping paper and inside a box were a set of three cotton dish towels hand- stitched with my name on them.

From "Dead End in Norvelt" by Jack Gantos