Background for steals

steals

/stiːlz/

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verb

To take illegally, or without the owner's permission, something owned by someone else.

Examples :

"Three irreplaceable paintings were stolen from the gallery."

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verb

(of ideas, words, music, a look, credit, etc.) To appropriate without giving credit or acknowledgement.

Examples :

"They stole my idea for a biodegradable, disposable garbage de-odorizer."

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verb

To get or effect surreptitiously or artfully.

Examples :

"He stole glances at the pretty woman across the street."

property action law

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verb

To acquire at a low price.

Examples :

"He stole the car for two thousand less than its book value."

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To draw attention unexpectedly in (an entertainment), especially by being the outstanding performer. Usually used in the phrase steal the show.

Examples :

"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. "

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To move silently or secretly.

Examples :

"He stole across the room, trying not to wake her."

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To convey (something) clandestinely.

Examples :

"The cat quietly steals food from the counter when no one is looking. "

property action law

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To withdraw or convey (oneself) clandestinely.

Examples :

"The cat steals away when the children get too loud. "

action property law police

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verb

To 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.

Examples :

"The runner steals second base while the pitcher is throwing to the batter. "

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verb

Examples :

"The bully steals the younger child's lunch money every day. "

property police law action

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verb

To borrow for a short moment.

Examples :

"Can I steal your pen?"

property action

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noun

The number of stolen bases by a baserunner.

Examples :

"He has 25 steals this year."

sport achievement