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And, of course, we’ve been in a reciprocal comedy arrangement with Britain — or at least we have been nicking their ideas for shows — for years.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

For starters, Leeds fans dislike Bournemouth at the moment because they have been nicking our players - Tyler Adams and Luis Sinisterra have both gone there recently.

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2024

Pesky outfits such as Wendy's and Carl's Jr. have been nicking pieces from the hide of the Golden Arches.

From Time Magazine Archive