despoilers

[US]/dɪˈspɔɪləz/
[UK]/dɪˈspɔɪlərz/

Translation

n.plural of despoiler; people who plunder or strip something of its goods, value, or resources

Phrases & Collocations

war despoilers

land despoilers

ruthless despoilers

despoiler kings

Example Sentences

the despoilers stripped the valley of timber and fertile topsoil within a decade.

local leaders condemned the despoilers for plundering natural resources and leaving toxic waste behind.

rangers pursued the despoilers after they looted artifacts from a protected site.

the despoilers ravaged the coastline, dumping sludge that poisoned the fishing grounds.

investigators traced the despoilers to shell companies used to siphon off public funds.

citizens organized patrols to deter despoilers from vandalizing the cemetery at night.

the despoilers desecrated the shrine, smashing statues and scattering offerings across the floor.

journalists exposed the despoilers who pillaged the river basin for quick profits.

a new law aims to prosecute despoilers who illegally clear forests and burn wetlands.

after the storm, despoilers descended on the town, stealing supplies meant for relief.

the museum tightened security to prevent despoilers from stealing priceless manuscripts.

community activists demanded restitution from despoilers who had drained the lake and ruined farms.

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