had been stealing
- past perfect progressive of steal.
Example Sentences
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But at his trial, the prosecution said he had staged the robbery and had been stealing money from his branch.
From BBC ● Oct. 21, 2025
Soon, she would learn that Avennati had been stealing from her.
From Slate ● Mar. 15, 2024
Tom Girardi, political influencer and renowned champion of the downtrodden, had been stealing from clients for decades, it emerged in court records and press reports.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 28, 2022
The McMichaels told police they suspected Arbery had been stealing from a nearby house under construction.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 7, 2022
In truth, I was tired, for I had been stealing many hours from my rest to spend with Hamlet.
From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein
