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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

mugging

/mʌɡɪŋ/ noun · British & US
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What does mugging mean?

noun

A robbery or assault, typically by a group of people, in which the victim is attacked from behind and their valuables are stolen. A sudden or unexpected attack, often verbal.

Example

"The police are investigating a string of muggings in the city center."

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