1
as in swipes
to take (something) without right and with an intent to keep
the guy who tried to steal my car was sentenced to a year in jail
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2
as in sneaks
to move about in a sly or secret manner
the teenagers were able to steal past a security guard and enter the fairgrounds without paying admission
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as in bargains
something bought or offered for sale at a desirable price
at 50% off, that shirt is a real steal
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Recent Examples of steals
Travis Bean, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
His latest is the story of a teenager who steals his driving instructor’s car in order to visit his girlfriend in college.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
Then came Splash, in which Candy simultaneously supports Tom Hanks like a seasoned pro and steals the movie, and more than one of the doc’s talking heads points out that his hedonistic, smooth-talking character is a dead ringer for Johnny Toronto.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 5 Sep. 2025
Dexter steals Prater’s yacht and dumps his body bags in the New York Harbor, right in front of the Statue of Liberty.
—Nick Caruso, TVLine, 5 Sep. 2025
After his college freshman girlfriend breaks up with him, a high school senior steals a Driver’s Ed car with three classmates in it and sets out to win her back.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2025
Mid-dance, Agnes goes invisible, steals the amulet that protects Dort from being Siren-songed, and delivers it to Wednesday.
—Jessica M. Goldstein, Vulture, 3 Sep. 2025
The Godfather director steals the show here as an energetic, pugnacious and visionary circus ringleader who put his money where his mouth was for a project that wound up flopping critically and commercially.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 28 Aug. 2025
In 2024, Adames posted career-highs in homers (32), RBIs (112) and steals (21) en route to finishing 10th in the NL MVP voting, joining Ryan Braun and Christian Yelich as the only other Brewers in franchise history to total at least 30 homers, 100 RBIs and 20 steals in a single season.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 22 Aug. 2025
Data Skrive, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
From viral Amazon finds like the Anker wireless charger and Fanttik mini vacuum to secret sales at Walmart, Pottery Barn and Tarte, these are the steals worth scooping up before they’re gone.
—Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 30 Aug. 2025
Verb
Rachel McAdams is terrific as Margaret’s mom, balancing ambition and self-doubt, while Oscar-winner Kathy Bates steals the show (big surprise) as the fiercely loving grandmother.
—Travis Bean, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
His latest is the story of a teenager who steals his driving instructor’s car in order to visit his girlfriend in college.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
Then came Splash, in which Candy simultaneously supports Tom Hanks like a seasoned pro and steals the movie, and more than one of the doc’s talking heads points out that his hedonistic, smooth-talking character is a dead ringer for Johnny Toronto.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 5 Sep. 2025
Dexter steals Prater’s yacht and dumps his body bags in the New York Harbor, right in front of the Statue of Liberty.
—Nick Caruso, TVLine, 5 Sep. 2025
After his college freshman girlfriend breaks up with him, a high school senior steals a Driver’s Ed car with three classmates in it and sets out to win her back.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2025
Mid-dance, Agnes goes invisible, steals the amulet that protects Dort from being Siren-songed, and delivers it to Wednesday.
—Jessica M. Goldstein, Vulture, 3 Sep. 2025
The Godfather director steals the show here as an energetic, pugnacious and visionary circus ringleader who put his money where his mouth was for a project that wound up flopping critically and commercially.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 28 Aug. 2025
In 2024, Adames posted career-highs in homers (32), RBIs (112) and steals (21) en route to finishing 10th in the NL MVP voting, joining Ryan Braun and Christian Yelich as the only other Brewers in franchise history to total at least 30 homers, 100 RBIs and 20 steals in a single season.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 22 Aug. 2025
Noun
Caminero has recorded seven steals on eight attempts.
—Data Skrive, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
From viral Amazon finds like the Anker wireless charger and Fanttik mini vacuum to secret sales at Walmart, Pottery Barn and Tarte, these are the steals worth scooping up before they’re gone.
—Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 30 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for steals
Verb
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Wednesday swipes Enid’s driver’s-ed consent form to sneak off to visit Tyler at Willow Hill Psychiatric Hospital.—
Jessica M. Goldstein,
Vulture,
6 Aug. 2025
Verb
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However, on opening night, the music and revelry are cut short when evil sneaks through the door.—
Charlotte Walsh,
People.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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The set lives inside the top 40 on three sales rankings and narrowly sneaks back onto the downloads roster in a much lower position.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
Noun
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For more impressive scores, be sure to check out the retailer’s sale hub for more big bargains!—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
28 Aug. 2025
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That, as mentioned, is where the best bargains, and highest yields, live.—
Brett Owens,
Forbes.com,
27 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Based on a stranger-than-fiction story, the drama stars Channing Tatum as a former Army Ranger who robs McDonald's eateries by entering through their roofs.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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Though well-meaning, this habit robs teams of ownership and creativity.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
27 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Danger lurks next to Campbell, too.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
4 Sep. 2025
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This, too, is where savagery lurks—in tedious, monotonous tasks.—
Seema Jilani
August 29,
Literary Hub,
29 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Then keep scrolling to shop more fall-ready Pottery Barn bedding deals.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
5 Sep. 2025
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Some of Amazon’s top patio furniture deals include this five-piece set from Devoko that’s now under $300, and this Best Choice Products bistro set that’s finally under $100.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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As fans scramble to catch the ball, footage shows, the ball appears to land one row in front of a woman while a man runs over and grabs it.—
Chandelis Duster,
NPR,
7 Sep. 2025
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With City’s left-back, Matheus Nunes, moving out of position to press Mainoo, Ugarte’s involvement grabs the attention of Ilkay Gundogan and Josko Gvardiol.—
Ahmed Walid,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The arts and crafts superstore has some major must-buys for decorating and organizing.—
Amy Panos,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Sep. 2025
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Our sales strategy was to push for big pre-buys, using rough cut clips.—
Annika Pham,
Variety,
2 Sep. 2025
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“Steals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/steals. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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