depredations
Prononciation : [ˌdɛprɪˈdeɪʃənz]
Mot
Contexte : « destruction »
(noun) depredations are acts of stealing or destroying something, especially when it causes a lot of harm. Think of it as when animals or people take things or hurt property.
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The farmers were relieved after the workers protected their crops from the depredations of wild animals.
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The town suffered from the depredations of the storm, leaving many homes damaged and trees uprooted.
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What measures can we take to prevent the depredations of pests in the garden?
Contexte : « theft »
(noun) depredations can also mean stealing things from people or places. It's like when someone takes something that doesn't belong to them and causes trouble.
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The museum took extra steps to prevent the depredations of art thieves.
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The community was not aware of the depredations happening in the area until many valuable items were lost.
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How can the police help reduce the depredations in our neighborhood?
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