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shoplift

[shop-lift] / ˈʃɒpˌlɪft /


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They told her she was accused of shoplifting.

From The Wall Street Journal

The BBC has looked at a series of shoplifting cases which highlight how shops have been left waiting months for thieves to be brought to justice.

From BBC

He cited rises in crimes including shoplifting, as well as warnings from police forces of cuts to front line staffing due to funding shortfalls.

From BBC

Ms. Davison had worked to restore order on Seattle’s streets by prosecuting more misdemeanors such as shoplifting and trespassing.

From The Wall Street Journal

Tired of rampant shoplifting scaring away citizens and shoppers, Long Beach is trying to force stores to add staff and reduce dependence on self-checkout.

From Los Angeles Times