The company adds extra security after a theft.
The company adds extra security after a theft.
English
theft
θeft, θɛft
Meaning: the act of stealing; the crime of taking property dishonestly
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Example sentences
He was charged with the theft of the jewelry.
He was charged with the theft of the jewelry.
The police are conducting a criminal investigation into the theft.
The police are conducting a criminal investigation into the theft.
I need to insure my new car against theft.
I need to insure my new car against theft.
Usage Notes
Theft is the general term for the crime of stealing. The person who commits theft is called a thief.
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