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Recent Examples of Synonyms for housebreakings
Noun
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According to police, the suspects in the burglaries have approached homes during the early morning hours and used garage door openers left inside unlocked cars to gain access to garages.
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In recent months, burglars have hit shops in Burbank, Anaheim, Brentwood and Simi Valley, stealing anywhere from thousands to more than $100,000 worth of Pokémon and sports cards during quick smash-and-grab burglaries.
Noun
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Chicago police this weekend were warning people about a string of robberies on the city's South Side.
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This cash-heavy environment poses significant public safety risks, including robberies and money laundering.
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“Housebreakings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/housebreakings. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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