Security Threats

noun the act of stealing small amounts or items

verb to steal (typically small items) in a casual way

• The employee was caught pilfering office supplies from the supply closet.
• I heard that someone has been pilfering snacks from the break room.
• I can't believe she's still pilfering money from her parents.
• The politician was accused of pilfering votes during the election.

noun A person who steals, especially secretly or without open force; a robber or a burglar.

• The thief was caught red-handed stealing from the jewelry store.
• I heard that the thief got busted trying to steal a car last night.
• That thief is always up to no good, trying to swipe stuff from people's houses.
• Jealousy is a thief of joy, so it's important to focus on gratitude instead.

adjective expressing a threat or conveying a sense of impending harm or danger

• The company received a threatening letter from a competitor's legal team.
• I saw a group of teenagers making threatening gestures towards each other.
• Don't mess with him, he's known for being really threatening when he's angry.
• The storm clouds were threatening in the distance, hinting at a potential downpour.

noun MENA

• The MENA region includes countries in the Middle East and North Africa.
• I'm planning a trip to the MENA countries next summer.
• Have you been keeping up with the latest news from MENA?
• The company's expansion into the MENA market opened up new opportunities for growth.

noun The act of using a lock pick to open a lock without the original key.

• The thief was caught with a lock pick in his possession.
• I heard he can open any door with just a lock pick.
• He's a pro at using a lock pick to get into places.
• Sometimes a lock pick can symbolize the ability to navigate through difficult situations with ease.

noun a type of explosive device that is worn on the body and detonated by the person carrying it

• The authorities were on high alert for any potential threats involving a body bomb.
• I heard they found a body bomb in the suspect's car.
• The criminal was caught red-handed with a body bomb in his possession.
• Her explosive temper was like a ticking body bomb waiting to go off.

noun a person or persons who are actively engaged in shooting, typically in a public setting

• Law enforcement agencies have been trained to respond quickly to active shooters.
• If you ever encounter active shooters, run and hide as fast as you can.
• Dude, did you hear about those active shooters causing chaos downtown?
• The negative thoughts in my mind are like active shooters, constantly attacking my peace.