stolen

Example Sentences

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The disgraced former attorney was found to have stolen tens of millions from his firm.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

The thief hadn’t stolen a famous painting whose absence would leave an empty space on a gallery wall.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

Richard Thompson says his wife was working a night shift as a carer in Grimsby when her moped was stolen.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

"I noticed nothing had been stolen," Zeraati added.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

My heart gave a startled lurch, and the bite of toast I’d stolen stuck in my throat.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin