Ransacking and Robbery

Ransacking

Ransacking noun - A thorough search for something (often causing disorder or confusion).

Robbery and ransacking are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Robbery" instead a noun "Ransacking".

Nearby Words: ransack, ransacked

Robbery

Robbery noun - The unlawful taking and carrying away of property without the consent of its owner.
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Synonyms for Robbery

Ransacking and robbery are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Ransacking" instead a noun "Robbery".

Nearby Words: robber, robbed, robbing
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