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the act of stealing something from someone or somewhere
- The shop installed new security cameras to prevent thievery.
- He was caught in the act of thievery and was promptly arrested.
- The police investigated the rise in thievery in the neighborhood.
- The museum's staff worked hard to recover the items lost to thievery.
- Thievery was a common problem in the area, leading to heightened security measures.