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robbed

The correct spelling is robbed.

How to pronounce robbed

/ɹɒbd/
verb

IPA: /ɹɒbd/

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The correct spelling is robbed. To steal from, especially using force or violence. For example: "He robbed three banks before he was caught."

Usage Examples

He robbed three banks before he was caught.

The best way to rob a bank is to own one.

Working all day robs me of any energy to go out in the evening.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To steal from, especially using force or violence.
  2. 2.To deprive of, or withhold from, unjustly or injuriously; to defraud.
  3. 3.(used with "of") To deprive (of).
  4. 4.To burgle.
  5. 5.To steal.

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