steal

Transitive VerbIntransitive VerbNoun

Meanings

Transitive Verb

[~ something]

To take another person's property without permission or legal right with the intent to keep it.

"He tried to steal a watch from the store."

Intransitive Verb

To move quietly and secretly in order to avoid being seen or heard.

"The cat began to steal across the room toward the bird."

Transitive Verb

[~ something from someone]

To attract attention or praise away from someone else, often by performing better or being more striking.

"The young actress managed to steal the show from the lead veteran."

Transitive Verb

[~ something]

To obtain something unfairly or dishonestly, such as a victory or a lead in a competition.

"The team managed to steal a win in the final seconds of the game."

Noun

An act of stealing or the object that has been stolen.

"The police are investigating a daring jewelry steal."

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