verbπShareTo take illegally, or without the owner's permission, something owned by someone else."Three irreplaceable paintings were stolen from the gallery."propertylawChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShare(of ideas, words, music, a look, credit, etc.) To appropriate without giving credit or acknowledgement."They stole my idea for a biodegradable, disposable garbage de-odorizer."artcultureliteraturemusicmediamoralbusinesslawpropertyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo get or effect surreptitiously or artfully."He stole glances at the pretty woman across the street."propertyactionlawChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo acquire at a low price."He stole the car for two thousand less than its book value."businesseconomycommerceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo draw attention unexpectedly in (an entertainment), especially by being the outstanding performer. Usually used in the phrase steal the show."Even though he was only playing a small role as a delivery boy, little Timmy steals the show every night with his surprisingly funny lines and energetic performance. "entertainmentachievementactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo move silently or secretly."He stole across the room, trying not to wake her."actionpolicepropertyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo convey (something) clandestinely."The cat quietly steals food from the counter when no one is looking. "propertyactionlawChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo withdraw or convey (oneself) clandestinely."The cat steals away when the children get too loud. "actionpropertylawpoliceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo advance safely to (another base) during the delivery of a pitch, without the aid of a hit, walk, passed ball, wild pitch, or defensive indifference."The runner steals second base while the pitcher is throwing to the batter. "sportgameChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo dispossess"The bully steals the younger child's lunch money every day. "propertypolicelawactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo borrow for a short moment."Can I steal your pen?"propertyactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe number of stolen bases by a baserunner."He has 25 steals this year."sportachievementChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
