vandalism
noun
van·dal·ism
ˈvan-də-ˌli-zəm 
: willful or malicious destruction or defacement of public or private property
Examples of vandalism in a Sentence
acts of theft and vandalism
He was arrested for vandalism.
Recent Examples on the Web
The monument has suffered damages due to vandalism and wear and tear, Robins said.
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Hanh Truong, Sacramento Bee, 28 Apr. 2024
The Santa Clara County District Attorney’s Office stated that all three were facing 13 charges related to kidnapping and torture, including carjacking and vandalism.
—Nollyanne Delacruz, The Mercury News, 18 Apr. 2024
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Hanh Truong, Sacramento Bee, 28 Apr. 2024
The Santa Clara County District Attorney’s Office stated that all three were facing 13 charges related to kidnapping and torture, including carjacking and vandalism.
—Nollyanne Delacruz, The Mercury News, 18 Apr. 2024
See all Example Sentences for vandalism
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“Vandalism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vandalism. Accessed 4 May. 2024.
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vandalism
noun
van·dal·ism
ˈvan-dᵊl-ˌiz-əm
: intentional destruction or damage to property
Legal Definition
vandalism
noun
van·dal·ism
ˈvand-ᵊl-ˌi-zəm
: the willful or malicious destruction or defacement of property
insurance covering property damage from vandalism and malicious mischief
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