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The act of stealing or unlawfully taking possession of (something)
“The security laws ban treason, sedition, subversion, and the theft of state secrets.”
The crime of unlawfully breaking into a place with the intent to steal
“Floyd later had some run-ins with the law and spent a few years behind bars for criminal trespass, possession of a controlled substance, home invasion, and theft.”
An assault or threat to assault someone with the intent to rob them
“These people actually dared to openly commit theft in broad daylight.”
An organized attempt to defraud
“It is rather a story of one who has a history of theft through defrauding others to the tune of many thousands of dollars.”
An act of illegally stealing or copying the work of someone
“The theft of copyrighted films, television shows, recorded music, and live performances costs the American economy billions.”
The act of pillaging or raiding a land or area
The act of taking away (someone) by force
An act of filching
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