shoplift

Example Sentences

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Entire carts full of items with no supervision at self-checkout is an invitation to shoplift, especially to those with limited resources.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 5, 2023

Mr. Hayes said people seem to be feeling less shame and embarrassment when they shoplift.

From Washington Times • Jun. 13, 2023

In 2022 Banksy hinted his fans should shoplift from clothing store Guess in Regent Street, after he accused the company of using his art on their garments without permission.

From BBC • May 17, 2023

According to the National Association for Shoplifting Prevention, 1 out of 11 people in America, or nearly 25 million individuals, shoplift each year.

From Washington Post • Sep. 26, 2022

He’ll know something’s up in the same way he always knows which customer is going to shoplift or who’s good for an IOU and who’s not.

From "The Sun Is Also a Star" by Nicola Yoon