stolen

Example Sentences

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They are a frequent target for thieves because they are relatively easy to access and remove and usually contain no markings tying them back to the vehicle they were stolen from.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

A Beijing court had ruled the documents were stolen and ordered their return, but the U.S. judge declined to enforce that judgment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Labour sources say Turner's suspension was not specifically in response to saying last week that he did not believe McSweeney had had his phone stolen.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Claims of financial exploitation are generally subject to civil statutes of limitations, meaning that actions to recover stolen assets must typically be filed within three to six years, depending on the state.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

Was the Paris-Journal willing to pay for stolen goods to get closer to that story?

From "The Mona Lisa Vanishes" by Nicholas Day