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Synonyms of embezzling
(Entry 1 of 2)
as in embezzlement, misappropriation
Synonyms & Near Synonyms for embezzling
- abduction,
- carjacking,
- hijacking
- (also highjacking),
- kidnapping
- (also kidnaping),
- shanghaiing
embezzling
verbpresent participle of embezzle
Synonyms of embezzling (Entry 2 of 2)
to steal money that you have been trusted with
- He was caught embezzling money from his clients.
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