Sentences

despoil in a sentence

v. t.

📚 Grade Level: Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12

Definition

Despoil: to strip of possessions, value, or beauty; to plunder or ravage.

Sample Sentences

  1. The invaders sought to despoil the ancient temple of its invaluable treasures.
  2. The storm threatened to despoil the landscape, leaving destruction in its wake.
  3. They feared that the new development would despoil the natural beauty of the coastline.
  4. Historically, many cultures have sought to despoil the land in search of wealth and resources.
  5. The artist's work captures the tragic beauty of a world despoiled by war and greed.
  6. The conquerors sought to despoil the land of its resources and treasures.
  7. After the storm, the once-beautiful beach was despoiled by debris and litter.
  8. Greed can despoil even the most pristine environments if left unchecked.
  9. The ancient ruins were despoiled by looters who sought to profit from their destruction.
  10. Her reckless actions despoiled the trust that had taken years to build.