armed robbery

noun

: robbery while carrying a gun or other weapon

Examples of armed robbery in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The dramatic clip finds Reid and a male love interest performing an armed robbery at a convenience store before enjoying a romance and running from the cops — who ultimately cuff the man in the end, as the Missing star sobs in fear. — Jack Irvin, PEOPLE, 31 July 2026

In the case before the court, a Florida teen was given a life term for committing an armed robbery and a home burglary prior to his 18th birthday. — Los Angeles Times, 26 July 2026

State prison records show Milton has previously done years behind bars for burglary, retail theft, drug possession, armed robbery and aggravated battery, among other convictions, stretching back to the late 1990s. — Dan Petrella, Chicago Tribune, 18 July 2026

For example, a person fleeing an armed robbery at a bank might pose a higher danger than someone fleeing a traffic stop. — ABC News, 14 July 2026

Rhymes for armed robbery

• jobbery
• snobbery

Legal Definition

armed robbery

see also:

robbery