armed robbery
Plural
armed robberies
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the act of stealing property or money using a weapon
- The armed robbery at the bank left everyone terrified as the robbers threatened the staff with guns.
- He was sentenced to 10 years in prison for his involvement in an armed robbery that occurred last year.
- The police are still searching for the suspects involved in the armed robbery of a local jewelry store.
- The armed robbery was well-planned, with the criminals wearing masks and using weapons to force the tellers to hand over cash.
- After the armed robbery, the authorities increased patrols in the area to reassure the public and prevent further incidents.