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as in robbery
the unlawful taking and carrying away of property without the consent of its owner
while violent crime in the city has decreased dramatically, rates of theft and vandalism have risen slightly
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Recent Examples of theft
According to police, the department’s Detective Division identified Damato as a suspect while investigating a spate of recent vehicle thefts and street takeovers.
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Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 22 May 2025
Burglary/Breaking & Entering – The unlawful entry into a building or some other structure to commit a felony or a theft.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 22 May 2025
And Digital Lives While physical risks, including theft, breakage and loss, remain a significant concern, the risks mobile devices face today extend far beyond that.
—Kevin Gillan, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025
Amazon isn’t the only retailer afflicted by cargo theft.
—Annie Palmer, CNBC, 21 May 2025
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Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 22 May 2025
Burglary/Breaking & Entering – The unlawful entry into a building or some other structure to commit a felony or a theft.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 22 May 2025
And Digital Lives While physical risks, including theft, breakage and loss, remain a significant concern, the risks mobile devices face today extend far beyond that.
—Kevin Gillan, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025
Amazon isn’t the only retailer afflicted by cargo theft.
—Annie Palmer, CNBC, 21 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for theft
Noun
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From the start, police ruled out robbery as a motive—nothing had been taken.—
Isadora Wandermurem,
Time,
30 May 2025
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Instead, investigators suspect the letter was intended to benefit a separate individual who is currently awaiting trial in a robbery and assault case in which Reyes is a victim.—
CNN.com Wire Service,
Mercury News,
29 May 2025
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So many current-season pieces are included in the Memorial Day clothing markdowns, meaning plenty of summer’s biggest fashion trends are up for grabs.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
22 May 2025
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Another coveted timepiece up for grabs is a Ref. 2524, of which fewer than 50 examples were made.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
22 May 2025
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“Theft.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/theft. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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