armed robbery

noun

: robbery while carrying a gun or other weapon

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The three adult suspects are charged with murder, attempted armed robbery and second-degree burglary. Audrey Conklin, FOXNews.com, 13 May 2025 For the first time since after the break-in nine years ago at the luxury suite at the Hôtel de Pourtalès, the reality star came face-to-face with the suspects who are accused of armed robbery, kidnapping and other criminal charges. Nbc News, NBC news, 13 May 2025 The defendants – nine men and one woman whose ages range from 35 to 78 – are facing charges including armed robbery, kidnapping and conspiracy. Joseph Ataman, CNN Money, 13 May 2025 Five suspects face armed robbery and kidnapping charges for the jewelry heist that included a $4 million engagement ring. Mekishana Pierre Published, EW.com, 13 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for armed robbery

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“Armed robbery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/armed%20robbery. Accessed 26 May. 2025.

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armed robbery

see robbery

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