Pronunciation: /ˈstiːlɪŋ/
noun the action of taking something unlawfully without permission
A1 Stealing is wrong.
A2 She was caught stealing from the store.
B1 The stealing of intellectual property is a serious crime.
B2 The stealing of classified documents could result in severe consequences.
C1 The stealing of cultural artifacts is a major issue in the art world.
C2 Corporate stealing can have far-reaching implications for the economy.
verb to take something unlawfully without permission
A1 He was caught stealing candy from the store.
A2 She admitted to stealing money from her parents.
B1 The thief was arrested for stealing a car.
B2 The employee was fired for stealing company secrets.
C1 The politician was accused of stealing public funds.
C2 The hacker was arrested for stealing sensitive information from government databases.
formal The act of stealing is considered a serious crime in many countries.
informal I heard that someone has been stealing from the office supplies cabinet.
slang I can't believe he's still out there stealing stuff.
figurative She was accused of stealing his heart with her charm.
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