theft

Definition of "theft"
  1. The act of intentionally without consent taking another person's property with the intention of using or potentially selling it
How to use "theft" in a sentence
  1. The jewelry store reported a theft after discovering a missing diamond necklace.
  2. Theft was suspected when her purse vanished from her desk.
  3. If the stolen bike is worth more than $500, the crime is considered grand theft.

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