stealing

Example Sentences

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First, Sam was probably stealing a march on Russia.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

Independent repair shops have proliferated rapidly in recent years, and they’re stealing customers from dealers—even before a car’s warranty is up.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

Robert Brovdi, Ukraine's drone commander, said they had been involved in "stealing" Ukrainian grain, and transferring fuel and military supplies.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

To reach $1.8 trillion, every single one would have to be stealing nearly $35,000 a year from government coffers.

From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026

“You! Why do you keep stealing my seeds?”

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young