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stolen

/ˈstəʊlən/

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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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(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."

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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 dancer stole the show at the school talent show with her incredible pirouettes. "

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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 secretly stole a cookie from the jar. "

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verb

To withdraw or convey (oneself) clandestinely.

Examples :

"The student quietly stolen away from the library after finishing his homework. "

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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 :

"The batter stole second base, taking advantage of the pitcher's slow delivery. "

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verb

Examples :

"The thief stole the bicycle from the schoolyard. "

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verb

To borrow for a short moment.

Examples :

"Can I steal your pen?"

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adjective

That has been stolen.

Examples :

"My bike was stolen from the bike rack outside the school. "

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