noun
the act of looting or plundering, especially in war
verb
to rob or loot, especially during a war or conflict
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The invading army proceeded to pillage the village, taking all valuable items.
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The looters were caught red-handed trying to pillage the store.
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The thieves thought they could just waltz in and pillage the place without consequences.
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The corporation's unethical practices seemed to pillage the environment for profit.