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stole

/ˈstəʊl/ /ˈstoʊl/

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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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(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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To get or effect surreptitiously or artfully.

Examples :

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

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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 :

"The young pianist stole the show at the school talent show. "

entertainment achievement action

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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 student stole a cookie from the jar while his parents weren't looking. "

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To withdraw or convey (oneself) clandestinely.

Examples :

"The student stole out of the classroom before the bell rang. "

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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 :

"During the baseball game, the runner stole second base. "

sport game action

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verb

Examples :

"The thief stole the valuable necklace from the jewelry store. "

property action

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To borrow for a short moment.

Examples :

"Can I steal your pen?"

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noun

An ecclesiastical garment consisting of a decorated band worn on the back of the neck with each end hanging over the chest.

Examples :

"The priest's stole, embroidered with golden thread, shimmered in the candlelight. "

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noun

A scarf-like garment, often made of fur.

Examples :

""My grandmother always wears a fur stole to church in the winter." "

appearance wear style material item

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noun

Examples :

"The strawberry plant spread quickly, sending out long stolons to create new plants. "

plant biology organism