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

"No passwords were stolen - none whatsoever - because the security systems are entirely internal and closed-circuit," it said, adding that employees' phones had also not been compromised by the hack.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

All three paintings were recovered, though, says Marinello, 95 percent of the billions of dollars worth of art stolen every year is never found.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 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

My heart gave a startled lurch, and the bite of toast I’d stolen stuck in my throat.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin