stolen

Example Sentences

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During their time in the Borders, they said they were reclaiming land stolen from their ancestors 400 years ago and refused to recognise the powers of the courts to evict them.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

The top stolen product at supermarkets is baby formula, Eusebio said, because it is expensive and can be easily resold.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

Ianni appeared before the House Ways and Means Committee on Capitol Hill at a hearing that revealed details about fake claims and stolen doctors’ identities.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

But when he moved to another deployment, he says his phone was stolen and he lost their contact details.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

In fact, I believe we should demand the return of ALL the treasures that have been stolen from us in the past by foreign nations.

From "The (Mostly) True Story of Cleopatra's Needle" by Dan Gutman