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as in swipes
to take (something) without right and with an intent to keep
the guy who tried to steal my car was sentenced to a year in jail
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2
as in sneaks
to move about in a sly or secret manner
the teenagers were able to steal past a security guard and enter the fairgrounds without paying admission
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as in bargains
something bought or offered for sale at a desirable price
at 50% off, that shirt is a real steal
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Recent Examples of steals
Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Feb. 2026
Though the 24-year-old star has only recently been thrust into the mainstream spotlight, Williams has played a wide variety of roles, from a depressed young man seeking approval from a lost friend to a humanoid chatbot who steals a woman from her husband.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 5 Feb. 2026
What has Roxie — whose crime turns her into a celebrity until a new murderess steals the spotlight — taught Leavitt about fame?
—Selome Hailu, Variety, 4 Feb. 2026
Two of the best teams in global women’s soccer may be on the pitch, but the phenomenon that is the traveling Corinthians quickly steals the show.
—Theo Lloyd-Hughes, New York Times, 1 Feb. 2026
If your boss repeatedly steals credit, your first move is not to react.
—Chris Lipp, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
When a ruthless despot steals a billion-dollar fortune, the team is sent to steal it back on what would be for anyone else a suicide mission.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 27 Jan. 2026
Police said in each incident, the suspect breaks in through the back door and steals jewelry, clothes, and electronics before running away.
—Natalie Goldstick, CBS News, 26 Jan. 2026
Curtis steals scenes as Ella’s faithful Aunt Helen, who helps anchor the film.
—Tom Tapp, Deadline, 22 Jan. 2026
Matt Byrne, Arkansas Online, 11 Feb. 2026
The freshman, who is UConn’s third-leading scorer this season, also posted three steals and four rebounds against the Bluejays.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 11 Feb. 2026
Destiny Hicks paced Oswego (13-17, 4-10) with six points, while Peyton Johnson added nine rebounds and six steals.
—Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
In a Catholic Central League game, Mollie Mullen netted 24 points with six 3s and eight steals to boost Bishop Feehan past Bishop Fenwick, 38-16.
—Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
Lyric Caldwell led Centennial with 12 points, 7 rebounds and 3 steals.
—Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Feb. 2026
Aiden Bestful stepped up with 12 points, a dozen rebounds, two assists and six steals in one game.
—Steve Brand, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
Gardner’s best stretch of the night came during the Heat’s run to begin the second half, totaling 10 points and two steals in the first six minutes of the third quarter.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 4 Feb. 2026
Every Knicks starter played well below their season minutes average as Bridges led the way with 23 points and Karl-Anthony Towns added 19 points, 14 rebounds, three assists and two steals on 7-of-16 shooting from the field.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 4 Feb. 2026
Verb
Shop these standout steals and more below.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Feb. 2026
Though the 24-year-old star has only recently been thrust into the mainstream spotlight, Williams has played a wide variety of roles, from a depressed young man seeking approval from a lost friend to a humanoid chatbot who steals a woman from her husband.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 5 Feb. 2026
What has Roxie — whose crime turns her into a celebrity until a new murderess steals the spotlight — taught Leavitt about fame?
—Selome Hailu, Variety, 4 Feb. 2026
Two of the best teams in global women’s soccer may be on the pitch, but the phenomenon that is the traveling Corinthians quickly steals the show.
—Theo Lloyd-Hughes, New York Times, 1 Feb. 2026
If your boss repeatedly steals credit, your first move is not to react.
—Chris Lipp, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
When a ruthless despot steals a billion-dollar fortune, the team is sent to steal it back on what would be for anyone else a suicide mission.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 27 Jan. 2026
Police said in each incident, the suspect breaks in through the back door and steals jewelry, clothes, and electronics before running away.
—Natalie Goldstick, CBS News, 26 Jan. 2026
Curtis steals scenes as Ella’s faithful Aunt Helen, who helps anchor the film.
—Tom Tapp, Deadline, 22 Jan. 2026
Noun
Freshman guard Meleek Thomas added 20 points and had three steals.
—Matt Byrne, Arkansas Online, 11 Feb. 2026
The freshman, who is UConn’s third-leading scorer this season, also posted three steals and four rebounds against the Bluejays.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 11 Feb. 2026
Destiny Hicks paced Oswego (13-17, 4-10) with six points, while Peyton Johnson added nine rebounds and six steals.
—Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
In a Catholic Central League game, Mollie Mullen netted 24 points with six 3s and eight steals to boost Bishop Feehan past Bishop Fenwick, 38-16.
—Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
Lyric Caldwell led Centennial with 12 points, 7 rebounds and 3 steals.
—Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Feb. 2026
Aiden Bestful stepped up with 12 points, a dozen rebounds, two assists and six steals in one game.
—Steve Brand, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
Gardner’s best stretch of the night came during the Heat’s run to begin the second half, totaling 10 points and two steals in the first six minutes of the third quarter.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 4 Feb. 2026
Every Knicks starter played well below their season minutes average as Bridges led the way with 23 points and Karl-Anthony Towns added 19 points, 14 rebounds, three assists and two steals on 7-of-16 shooting from the field.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 4 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for steals
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Continue reading … DARING DASH – Sneaky feline swipes a free snack — and it's caught on video.—
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FOXNews.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Soon after, a desperate man named Boomba, who witnessed Ma stealing from the shelter, breaks into her home and swipes her food, her phone, and a purse containing her family’s invaluable travel documents.—
Tope Folarin,
The Atlantic,
8 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Nasir Khan, a scrawny Pakistani American college student living with his parents in Queens, sneaks out and drives his dad’s taxi to a party in Manhattan.—
Stephanie Bai,
The Atlantic,
8 Feb. 2026
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In addition to its star billing, Albuquerque also sneaks into a few supporting roles.—
Kat Chen,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Jan. 2026
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It’s widely understood that to shop secondhand is to enter into a treasure hunt, where messiness is permitted and persistence is rewarded with bargains and unique items.—
Leah Dolan,
CNN Money,
10 Feb. 2026
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Garage Sales Due to their more laidback, local nature, garage sales are the perfect place to find bargains.—
Shagun Khare,
Martha Stewart,
8 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Critics claim that when students receive scholarships or state aid to attend private schools, this influx of money robs public schools.—
Paul Vallas,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Feb. 2026
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Allowing a thick layer of matted leaves to cover the grass all winter robs the lawn of proper air circulation and is an open invitation to fungal diseases.—
David Beaulieu,
The Spruce,
28 Jan. 2026
Verb
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In the American pop-culture feedback loop, at the football-movie intersection between sports and cinema and how the two inform and reflect each other, lurks a line delivery that lasts only a couple of seconds.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
11 Feb. 2026
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This state of affairs allows the Thunder to be the giant that lurks quietly while pondering its choices before Thursday afternoon’s trade deadline.—
Mike Vorkunov,
New York Times,
4 Feb. 2026
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Younger shoppers are using chatbots for comparison shopping, finding deals, summarizing product reviews, and generating shopping lists.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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But economists warn that such projects typically are bad deals for taxpayers, because stadiums are closed most of the time, generate only temporary or part-time jobs, and largely take away spending from other types of entertainment.—
Robert McCoppin,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Soon thereafter, a gear fishing pal of yours gifted you an old, unused fly rod, and that totally grabs a hold of you and completely directs the rest of your life.—
Outside Online,
Outside Online,
11 Feb. 2026
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The man grabs her and also takes her cell phone.—
Jermont Terry,
CBS News,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
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As a result, Super Bowl airtime has become one of the most valuable buys in advertising, especially for brands chasing massive live audiences.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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The studio will also handle domestic distribution, which is always a positive for international buyers considering pre-buys.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Steals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/steals. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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