How to Use steal in a Sentence

steal

1 of 2 verb
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  • I stole a cookie from the cookie jar.
  • They stole our best pitcher away from our team.
  • The store manager accused the boy of stealing.
  • He discovered that his car had been stolen.
  • They stole thousands of dollars' worth of jewelry from the store.
  • His outstanding performance stole the show.
  • The other 12 games are against the top seven, and the idea is to win the six at home and steal a couple on the road.
    — Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Jan. 2024
  • Baez stole second and advanced to third on a fly ball to deep right field.
    — Joe Noga, cleveland, 19 Aug. 2023
  • Schwartzkopf told Miller that thieves had been stealing goods from a warehouse across the way.
    — Peter Van Sant, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2023
  • Many groups will put a limit on the number of times a gift can be stolen so the game doesn’t go on for too long.
    — Molly Allen, Southern Living, 20 Oct. 2023
  • It has not been stolen or vandalized in the way that Williams alleges his sign was.
    — Jenny Goldsberry, Washington Examiner, 12 Oct. 2023
  • The suspects stole cash and credit cards before fleeing the scene.
    — Christine Pelisek, Peoplemag, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Months before their move, Jesse was crackin’ skulls and stealing bikes.
    — Tyler R. Tynes, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2023
  • According to police, seven cars were stolen from a lot in the northeast part of the city.
    — Nicole Acosta, Peoplemag, 27 Sep. 2023
  • The officer chased the truck, in Friday afternoon traffic, and ran the plate to find the truck was stolen.
    — Bill Lukitsch, Kansas City Star, 25 Feb. 2024
  • Will Levis continue to steal the show and add to the momentum the Titans have seen over the past few weeks?
    — Chris Morris, Fortune, 2 Nov. 2023
  • Alex Rodriguez had been the only player with 40 home runs to steal more than 46 bases in the same season.
    — Chantz Martin, Fox News, 28 Sep. 2023
  • Both players must try to avoid the dragon, who lurks to steal their turns and stands in their path to victory.
    — Michael Schneider, Variety, 2 Apr. 2024
  • Police said the weapon was stolen from a vehicle in the Western District in 2021.
    — Cassidy Jensen, Baltimore Sun, 16 May 2023
  • Bradfield stole third and scored while Diaz legged out a single.
    — Nubyjas Wilborn | Nwilborn@al.com, al, 25 May 2023
  • Walked intentionally with two outs in the sixth inning, Ohtani stole a base and went on to score the go-ahead run.
    — Dylan Hernández, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2023
  • Well, the labor of African Americans was stolen for centuries.
    — Curtis Bunn, NBC News, 13 Sep. 2023
  • But the movie's cast and creatives certainly stole the spotlight.
    — Jen Juneau, Peoplemag, 26 July 2023
  • Coffee and croissants, or a BEC on soft brioche bun are great ways to start the day, though the thick moist focaccia squares and bread loaves steal the show.
    — Lauren Mowery, Forbes, 5 May 2023
  • When stress and anxiety are stealing your rest, here’s how to chill the F out and finally get a good night’s sleep.
    — Ayana Underwood, SELF, 9 Jan. 2024
  • In the affidavit, Spencer stated the gun had been reported stolen.
    — Houston Harwood, USA TODAY, 8 June 2023
  • Do not be afraid someone will steal your idea; be excited that someone may want to build it with you.
    — Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 3 Nov. 2023
  • More:Man says he was arrested for stealing his own car.
    — Quinlan Bentley, The Enquirer, 12 Apr. 2024
  • In the play, Falstaff attempts to woo two married women in a clumsy bid to steal their fortunes.
    — Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Aug. 2023
  • Last month in Los Angeles, a bronze plaque was stolen from Bruce's Beach as the county struggles with a rise in metal theft.
    — Cara Tabachnick, CBS News, 13 Feb. 2024
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steal

2 of 2 noun
  • He has 40 steals this season.
  • This car is a steal at only $5,000.
  • Day Day Thomas’ 59 assists and 28 steals both lead the Bearcats.
    — Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 22 Jan. 2024
  • The Wolves went to a full-court press which led to steals and dunks on the other end.
    — Nathan Canilao, The Mercury News, 1 Feb. 2024
  • Zane Nelson scored 15 points and had three steals in the win.
    — The Pine Bluff Commercial, arkansasonline.com, 5 Dec. 2023
  • Reese had 19 points, and Pellington 13 points and three steals.
    — Emily Horos, The Arizona Republic, 19 Mar. 2023
  • For a dress and all the accessories, this pink pick is kind of a steal, too.
    — Olivia Evans, Women's Health, 7 Sep. 2023
  • Colby Jones had 14 points and Desmond Claude had 11 points and four steals.
    — Adam Baum, The Enquirer, 11 Mar. 2023
  • Keep scrolling to shop the 11 best steals at Nordstrom now, starting at $12.
    — Alyssa Grabinski, Peoplemag, 1 Sep. 2023
  • Herbig could end up being one of the bigger steals of the draft on Day 3.
    — Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Apr. 2023
  • Abii scored 34 points and had five steals in two games at the state tournament.
    — Sportsday Staff, Dallas News, 4 June 2023
  • Getting $50 off for the best AirPods on the market is a steal, so click fast.
    — K. Thor Jensen, PCMAG, 15 Aug. 2023
  • Corey Kispert scored 15 points and Jordan Poole added 14 points with three steals.
    — Chris Biderman, Sacramento Bee, 23 Mar. 2024
  • Romero-Ah Sam ended the game with 17 points and six steals while Robinson added 16.
    — oregonlive, 10 Mar. 2023
  • To sweeten the deal, this pair is a steal at 53 percent off at Amazon.
    — Alice Bennett, Travel + Leisure, 24 Mar. 2024
  • Gabe Vincent scored a team-high 23 points and added three assists and two steals.
    — Jeff Zillgitt, USA TODAY, 5 June 2023
  • Trammell had eight points, five assists and three steals, and the Aztecs were plus-24 points in his 25 minutes, best on the team.
    — Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Nov. 2023
  • Simmons had two steals and Hunt picked up a steal in OSU’s frontcourt.
    — Jenna Ortiz, The Arizona Republic, 8 Jan. 2023
  • In this new age of steal and steam, transatlantic trade costs dropped by roughly 60%.
    — TIME, 18 Mar. 2024
  • And, between us, $20 is a steal for cast-iron of this quality.
    — Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 28 July 2023
  • Lopez Sénéchal kicked things off with a 3-pointer, followed by a steal and score from Juhász.
    — Lila Bromberg, Hartford Courant, 3 Jan. 2023
  • From game-changing gadgets to stylish steals, these picks are stealing the show.
    — Hannah Rice, Rolling Stone, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Straw and Kwan worked a double steal and scored on Rosario’s double off the center field wall for a 3-0 lead.
    — Paul Hoynes, cleveland, 19 July 2023
  • Tatum finished with 19 points — 16 in the fourth — nine rebounds, six assists, two blocks and two steals.
    — Jeff Zillgitt, USA TODAY, 12 May 2023
  • Bonus: this is a 50-pack for under $15, so the cost-per-wear here is an absolute steal.
    — Natalie Alcala, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Apr. 2023
  • Jaquez stockpiled a career-high five steals in one half.
    — Ben Bolch, Los Angeles Times, 17 Mar. 2023
  • The Bluejays tied the game at 56-all with 32 seconds on a steal and layup by Baylor Scheierman.
    — Eddie Timanus, USA TODAY, 26 Mar. 2023
  • Before Mac could say some parting words to his coach, Legend came through with the steal.
    — Lars Brandle, Billboard, 25 Oct. 2023
  • Braden Smith had 6 points, 8 assists, 7 rebounds and 4 steals.
    — Scott Horner, The Indianapolis Star, 14 Aug. 2023
  • Katelyn Howard doubled and Luschar beat out a single to third, then the Ducks scored on a double steal.
    — oregonlive, 4 Apr. 2023

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