stolen
Example Sentences
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They are a frequent target for thieves because they are relatively easy to access and remove and usually contain no markings tying them back to the vehicle they were stolen from.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
The puppet of Mother Clanger has returned to the UK to be put on display after being stolen from an exhibition in London more than 50 years ago.
From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026
A Beijing court later ruled that the documents had been stolen and ordered them returned.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026
Claims of financial exploitation are generally subject to civil statutes of limitations, meaning that actions to recover stolen assets must typically be filed within three to six years, depending on the state.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026
“Mr. Harley-Dickinson used the velocipede to run an errand, but there is a chance it may be stolen property, and now I fear he is being held by the authorities.”
From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood
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