Words For Theft And Stealing

verb to steal (something, especially something of small value); pilfer

• The suspect was caught attempting to filch money from the cash register.
• I saw him trying to filch some snacks from the vending machine.
• She's always trying to filch my makeup without asking.
• The politician was known to filch ideas from his opponents during debates.

verb to steal, especially in a sneaky or dishonest way

• The thief attempted to purloin the valuable painting from the museum.
• I heard someone tried to purloin some money from the cash register at the store.
• She managed to purloin some snacks from the vending machine without anyone noticing.
• He tried to purloin her heart with his charming words.