1
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
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
Carr is not a point-of-attack defender, gets beat in isolation and doesn’t collect nearly as many steals for a player with his physical gifts.
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Law Murray,
New York Times,
27 June 2026
Tired of living in Cinderella’s shadow, Lilith steals the Fairy Godmother’s (Bette Midler) magic wand and hijacks the Royal Ball with her sister, Margot (Stephanie Hsu).
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Kevin Giraud,
Variety,
23 June 2026
Zidane steals the show France had been considered also-rans in the tournament, always falling short despite spectacular individual performances from players such as Just Fontaine and Michel Platini in previous editions.
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Tushaar Kuthiala,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
22 June 2026
The perfect pairing for all kinds of cookout food, Buttermilk Coleslaw steals the show at this 4th of July party.
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Mary Alice Russell,
Southern Living,
21 June 2026
Jessie takes a step into the franchise spotlight in a nifty exploration of children, tech and friendship – plus the importance of in-person interaction – while Conan O'Brien steals the movie as a potty-training toy.
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Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
The album’s second half steals the show.
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Maria Nenet Barrios,
Pitchfork,
18 June 2026
Critics are at 78% fresh for the older-guy-skewing period drama, which follows the dude who steals from the rich and gives to the poor.
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Anthony D'alessandro,
Deadline,
16 June 2026
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
29 June 2026
A’ja Wilson had 30 points, 15 rebounds, four steals and three blocks to become the first player in WNBA history to reach those marks in a game as the Las Vegas Aces beat the Chicago Sky 107-99 at the United Center yesterday.
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Chicago Tribune,
29 June 2026
A'ja Wilson had 30 points, 15 rebounds, four steals and three blocks to become the first player in WNBA history to reach those marks in a game as the Las Vegas Aces beat the Chicago Sky 107-99 on Sunday.
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CBS News,
28 June 2026
Vargas has been crafty on the base paths, recording 10 steals on 12 attempts.
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Data Skrive,
New York Times,
28 June 2026
A’ja Wilson had 30 points, 15 rebounds, four steals and three blocks to become the first player in WNBA history to reach those marks in a game as the Las Vegas Aces beat the Chicago Sky 107-99 on Sunday.
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ABC News,
28 June 2026
From fashion finds—like Madewell’s set of soft and simple crewneck T-shirts, a fabulous discovery from senior shopping editor Cortne Bonilla’s keen eye—to home steals, such as marketing and production manager Kasey Busiel’s favorite Brooklinen sheets and Talia Abbas’s Moccamaster coffee maker.
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Kristina Rutkowski,
Vogue,
24 June 2026
Wagler was the Jerry West Shooting Guard of the Year while leading the Illini in scoring, assists and steals.
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Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2026
Verb
John Krasinski stars as a jet-setting art thief who steals priceless paintings to help uncover clues as to the whereabouts of the fabled Fountain of Youth.
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Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
Carr is not a point-of-attack defender, gets beat in isolation and doesn’t collect nearly as many steals for a player with his physical gifts.
—
Law Murray,
New York Times,
27 June 2026
Tired of living in Cinderella’s shadow, Lilith steals the Fairy Godmother’s (Bette Midler) magic wand and hijacks the Royal Ball with her sister, Margot (Stephanie Hsu).
—
Kevin Giraud,
Variety,
23 June 2026
Zidane steals the show France had been considered also-rans in the tournament, always falling short despite spectacular individual performances from players such as Just Fontaine and Michel Platini in previous editions.
—
Tushaar Kuthiala,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
22 June 2026
The perfect pairing for all kinds of cookout food, Buttermilk Coleslaw steals the show at this 4th of July party.
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Mary Alice Russell,
Southern Living,
21 June 2026
Jessie takes a step into the franchise spotlight in a nifty exploration of children, tech and friendship – plus the importance of in-person interaction – while Conan O'Brien steals the movie as a potty-training toy.
—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
The album’s second half steals the show.
—
Maria Nenet Barrios,
Pitchfork,
18 June 2026
Critics are at 78% fresh for the older-guy-skewing period drama, which follows the dude who steals from the rich and gives to the poor.
—
Anthony D'alessandro,
Deadline,
16 June 2026
Noun
Among players around the NBA who appeared in at least 50 games last regular season, Smith led the league in steals per 36 minutes.
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Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
29 June 2026
A’ja Wilson had 30 points, 15 rebounds, four steals and three blocks to become the first player in WNBA history to reach those marks in a game as the Las Vegas Aces beat the Chicago Sky 107-99 at the United Center yesterday.
—
Chicago Tribune,
29 June 2026
A'ja Wilson had 30 points, 15 rebounds, four steals and three blocks to become the first player in WNBA history to reach those marks in a game as the Las Vegas Aces beat the Chicago Sky 107-99 on Sunday.
—
CBS News,
28 June 2026
Vargas has been crafty on the base paths, recording 10 steals on 12 attempts.
—
Data Skrive,
New York Times,
28 June 2026
A’ja Wilson had 30 points, 15 rebounds, four steals and three blocks to become the first player in WNBA history to reach those marks in a game as the Las Vegas Aces beat the Chicago Sky 107-99 on Sunday.
—
ABC News,
28 June 2026
From fashion finds—like Madewell’s set of soft and simple crewneck T-shirts, a fabulous discovery from senior shopping editor Cortne Bonilla’s keen eye—to home steals, such as marketing and production manager Kasey Busiel’s favorite Brooklinen sheets and Talia Abbas’s Moccamaster coffee maker.
—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Vogue,
24 June 2026
Wagler was the Jerry West Shooting Guard of the Year while leading the Illini in scoring, assists and steals.
—
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for steals
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Shields' younger daughter inherited her love of fashion and regularly swipes designer pieces from her closet.
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Geomagnetic conditions are expected to intensify late tonight into early tomorrow, if the CME swipes Earth, according to the latest forecast from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC).
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This episode sneaks some plot in toward the end, as the 10-Petal’s most skeptical cowboy, Austin, comes to Rip and finally — finally!
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One of them invites Bonnie over for a sleepover, and Jessie sneaks into her overnight bag, not realizing that toys are verboten to the new generation.
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Home prices in the nation are falling, making way for potential bargains—but only the wealthiest foreigners can afford to move there.
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If this sounds like you, here’s some advice for snagging last-minute bargains.
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What people want to hear is your own voice; the story told in your own way, and that’s what AI completely robs everyone of.
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The ban has been widely celebrated by advocates who hope Vermont’s move will prompt similar action in other states to prevent the neurologic disease that robs people of control over their movements and affects about 1 million Americans.
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As iconography that could unify through recognition that diversity lurks in everyone, the art was truly ahead of its time, and has become more necessary than ever.
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Jamon has left the past behind, but danger still lurks.
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Don’t wait to shop, since these fast-selling deals won’t last long.
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Amazon has deals on the exact brands the multi-hyphenate wears and raves about, plus pieces pulled straight from her playbook (cough, her Instagram, cough).
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Once inside, she’s confronted by Tommy (James Eddie), who stupidly grabs her to escort her out.
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When forecasters warn about a heat wave, the number that grabs headlines is the daytime high.
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For now, the $42 million buys Sentient the leadership of a movement that, until recently, had no foundation to call its own.
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Management is sacrificing some near-term revenue by tightening buys, reducing future markdowns, and better managing inventory to improve the business over the long run.
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“Steals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/steals. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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