shoplifter
Example Sentences
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According to the Guardian's report, Smith "grabbed" a bag the shoplifter had been using to place the £13 Easter eggs in, resulting in a struggle lasting a few seconds.
From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026
The scene involves an unsavory routine on how to recognize a shoplifter.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026
Former shoplifter Keeley believes sending shoplifters with addictions to jail is a "waste of resources" as it does not treat the root cause of the offending.
From BBC • Dec. 11, 2025
“And it’s usually because the loss prevention people don’t properly identity themselves and they’re usually not wearing uniforms so it’s not obvious to a shoplifter, so it’s somebody just grabbing their arm.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 3, 2025
Charlie, who accused her of being a shoplifter.
From "The Sun Is Also a Star" by Nicola Yoon
