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burglarize
This term specifically describes the act of unlawful entry combined with the intent to steal. It differs from "rob" in that robbery involves taking property from a person through force or threat, whereas burglarizing focuses on the breach of a physical structure or enclosure.
In legal and journalistic contexts, the word carries a heavy connotation of violation and trespassing. It is used almost exclusively for residential or commercial properties, rarely applying to open-air spaces unless they are fenced or secured.
Meanings
Examples
Someone tried to burglarize the jewelry store last night.
The family discovered their home had been burglarized while they were on vacation.
I cannot believe someone would actually burglarize a small community clinic.
The detective noted that the thief did not just rob the place but systematically burglarized every room.
The detective noted that the thief did not just rob the place but systematically burglarized every room.
They are looking for suspects who might have burglarized the warehouse over the weekend.
Who would want to burglarize a house in this neighborhood?
The security system is designed to prevent anyone from attempting to burglarize the estate.
He was arrested for attempting to burglarize a residence in the suburbs.