stolen

Example Sentences

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Their wallets were stolen, leaving them without identification.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

He wanted to stop the stealing—and to return the stolen items he had purchased.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

Though both Polymarket and Kalshi ban insider trading, experts say it might not be considered illegal if the insider were to make a bet using information that was not considered stolen or misused.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

The BBC understands an 18-year-old man, who was questioned by police about stolen bikes in North Yorkshire, had to have treatment in hospital for hand injuries.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

If the Louvre’s security had been as good, the Mona Lisa would never have been stolen.

From "The Mona Lisa Vanishes" by Nicholas Day