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loot

[loot] / lut /




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The games sector has in recent years been the subject of debate, including over allegedly addictive mechanics such as "loot boxes" -- virtual items purchasable for real money that contain a random in-game reward.

From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026

There is little doubt that a crumbling Egyptian economy circa 1,100 B.C. prompted the country’s early leadership to loot the tombs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

The UK government decided in 2022 not to amend the Gambling Act 2005 to include loot boxes, saying no evidence showed a "causative link" to harms.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

Prosecutors said they were unaware the defendant had been deported to Ecuador and victims were left indignant, as much of the loot has not been recovered.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2026

Several times before, I had seen boys on the land and had chased them from it, but without succeeding in getting hold of their loot.

From "Nectar in a Sieve" by Kamala Markandaya




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