Транскрипции: британская ˈluːtɪŋ американская ˈluːtɪŋ
💡 Определение слова: the crime of stealing things from shops or buildings after a riot, fire, etc.
✍ Пример использования: There was widespread looting in the capital and other cities.
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Краткое описание слова + примеры использования
**Looting** (от глагола «loot» — грабить) — это акт грабежа или разграбления, особенно во время беспорядков, войны или других кризисных ситуаций.
Вот несколько примеров использования слова «looting»:
1. The city was devastated after the earthquake, with many buildings damaged and looting reported in some areas.
2. During the civil unrest, there were reports of looting at several banks and jewelry stores.
3. The army was deployed to prevent looting and protect the city from further damage.
4. After the hurricane, residents were urged to stay indoors to avoid looting and potential danger.
5. The police are investigating the case of looting that occurred at a local supermarket during the riot.