stolen
Americanverb
verb
Other Word Forms
- unstolen adjective
Example Sentences
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Adding insult to injury, crypto’s rout has continued as a retro alternative—precious metals—has stolen the show.
Thousands of pounds have been raised for London bus driver Mark Hehir, who lost his job after he chased down a thief to return a female passenger's stolen necklace.
From BBC
But the government’s actions fall short of what experts say is needed to eradicate an illicit industry that has become deeply rooted in Cambodia and has stolen billions of dollars from Americans in recent years.
Police said the stolen artefacts had "significant cultural value".
From BBC
I leave it in the common room, which is what you do with things you want stolen.
From Literature
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