as in robbers
one who steals
a thief has been stealing wallets and valuables from the lockers at the gym
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as in steals
to take (something) without right and with an intent to keep
someone's been thieving my cookies!
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Recent Examples of thieves
Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
But among this backpack’s many interior and exterior pockets, there’s a hidden anti-theft compartment on the back to protect your valuables from thieves.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2026
Police say the thieves are tapping into technology — copying key fobs to steal cars.
—Ubah Ali, CBS News, 9 May 2026
Hathaway gets the most fun part to play in this formidable ensemble, starring as egotistical actress Daphne Kluger, who starts as the mark but ends up enlisting among the thieves.
—Chris Feil, Vulture, 1 May 2026
An alleged group of car thieves who worked fast and furious at night to steal over 250 cars and auto parts in the Bronx were arrested and charged Friday, investigators said.
—Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 1 May 2026
His street art is often targeted by thieves and vandals.
—Reuters, NBC news, 1 May 2026
Surveillance video from the incident showed that the thieves were in and out of the store in less than a minute.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 1 May 2026
As Isiah starts to realize, Coltrane is actually still leading a highly violent team of thieves who were responsible for the murder of his partner.
—Madeleine Janz, PEOPLE, 30 Apr. 2026
Noun
Police are investigating two recent home burglaries in Los Angeles in which the thieves were confronted by witnesses or scared off by home alarms.
—Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
But among this backpack’s many interior and exterior pockets, there’s a hidden anti-theft compartment on the back to protect your valuables from thieves.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2026
Police say the thieves are tapping into technology — copying key fobs to steal cars.
—Ubah Ali, CBS News, 9 May 2026
Hathaway gets the most fun part to play in this formidable ensemble, starring as egotistical actress Daphne Kluger, who starts as the mark but ends up enlisting among the thieves.
—Chris Feil, Vulture, 1 May 2026
An alleged group of car thieves who worked fast and furious at night to steal over 250 cars and auto parts in the Bronx were arrested and charged Friday, investigators said.
—Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 1 May 2026
His street art is often targeted by thieves and vandals.
—Reuters, NBC news, 1 May 2026
Surveillance video from the incident showed that the thieves were in and out of the store in less than a minute.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 1 May 2026
As Isiah starts to realize, Coltrane is actually still leading a highly violent team of thieves who were responsible for the murder of his partner.
—Madeleine Janz, PEOPLE, 30 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thieves
Noun
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In at least one instance, the driver was able to fight off a gunman and force the would-be robbers to abandon their plan, prosecutors said.—
Caleb Lunetta,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 May 2026
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On his way back he was beaten by robbers.—
Sarah Moreno
Updated April 29,
Miami Herald,
29 Apr. 2026
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Denied children in life, a kuntilanak steals them, those in utero and those already born.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 May 2026
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What is it called when someone steals your coffee?—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
2 May 2026
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Sources said burglars also were trying to steal the ATM.—
Tara Molina,
CBS News,
11 May 2026
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Police said burglars used tools to smash through the vehicles’ windows and were investigating possible connections to reported auto burglaries at Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites, also in the 1900 block of Taylor Road, authorities said.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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Geomagnetic conditions are expected to intensify late tonight into early tomorrow, if the CME swipes Earth, according to the latest forecast from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC).—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
12 May 2026
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In season one, Coop swipes jewelry, expensive wine, designer handbags and more to pay his alimony, child support and to keep up appearances in a neighborhood where appearances are all that matter.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Thieves.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thieves. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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