noun
a type of theft where the perpetrator distracts the victim in order to steal their belongings
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The police are investigating a series of distraction thefts that have been reported in the area.
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Hey, watch out for distraction thefts when you're out shopping in crowded places.
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I heard there's been a bunch of distraction thefts happening downtown lately.
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Don't let distractions steal your focus and lead to a 'theft' of your time and energy.