vandalism
noun
van·dal·ism
ˈvan-də-ˌli-zəm 
: willful or malicious destruction or defacement of public or private property
Examples of vandalism in a Sentence
acts of theft and vandalism
He was arrested for vandalism.
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The vandalism is happening as the world's richest man and the Cybertruck have rapidly taken on a new political significance in America.
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Trevor Hughes, USA TODAY, 12 Feb. 2025
Because of the weekend vandalism, the gates have been closed again at West River Park.
—Kay Johnson, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
He was booked into San Diego Central Jail on suspicion of assault, vandalism and violating terms of his parole.
—City News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Feb. 2025
Rental car insurance: Coverage for collision, natural disasters, theft and vandalism
Adventure travel and extreme sports: Up to $250,000 for international trips and $50,000 for sports like skydiving, bungee jumping or free diving.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 28 Jan. 2025
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Trevor Hughes, USA TODAY, 12 Feb. 2025
Because of the weekend vandalism, the gates have been closed again at West River Park.
—Kay Johnson, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
He was booked into San Diego Central Jail on suspicion of assault, vandalism and violating terms of his parole.
—City News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Feb. 2025
Rental car insurance: Coverage for collision, natural disasters, theft and vandalism
Adventure travel and extreme sports: Up to $250,000 for international trips and $50,000 for sports like skydiving, bungee jumping or free diving.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 28 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for vandalism
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“Vandalism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vandalism. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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vandalism
noun
van·dal·ism
ˈvan-dᵊl-ˌiz-əm
: intentional destruction or damage to property
Legal Definition
vandalism
noun
van·dal·ism
ˈvand-ᵊl-ˌi-zəm
: the willful or malicious destruction or defacement of property
insurance covering property damage from vandalism and malicious mischief
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