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Meaning of the word robbery in English

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robbery

US /ˈrɑː.bɚ.i/
UK /ˈrɒb.ər.i/
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Noun

the action of taking property unlawfully from a person or place by force or threat of force

Example:
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The bank robbery occurred last night.
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Police are investigating a series of armed robberies in the area.
Synonym:
theft burglary heist mugging stick-up
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highway robbery