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Recent Examples of shoplifting
Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Apr. 2026
Why wring our hands about shoplifting when it’s been accounted for?
—Thomas Chatterton Williams, The Atlantic, 23 Apr. 2026
An Eastpointe man accused of attempting to stab a police officer with a screwdriver during a shoplifting arrest is now heading to prison.
—Joseph Buczek, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026
Kim Richards was charged with public intoxication, trespassing, resisting an officer and battery in April 2015, according to Bravo, followed by another arrest, four months later, on suspicion of shoplifting upwards of $600 worth of items from Target.
—Diane J. Cho, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
He gets arrested for shoplifting.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 12 Apr. 2026
This includes shoplifting, which dropped by nearly 3%; thefts from vehicles falling by 31%; and thefts of motor vehicle parts decreasing by about 27%, the report said.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 8 Apr. 2026
The pair left the store as responding officers were involved with another shoplifting incident, police said.
—Grace Zokovitch, Boston Herald, 6 Apr. 2026
Arlington Mayor Mike Wissman is facing a misdemeanor shoplifting charge after allegedly trying to steal shorts from a Memphis shopping mall, police documents show.
—Lucas Finton, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 30 Mar. 2026
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Plus, as Bon Appétit reported in 2023, some employees are on board with your shoplifting.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Apr. 2026
Why wring our hands about shoplifting when it’s been accounted for?
—Thomas Chatterton Williams, The Atlantic, 23 Apr. 2026
An Eastpointe man accused of attempting to stab a police officer with a screwdriver during a shoplifting arrest is now heading to prison.
—Joseph Buczek, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026
Kim Richards was charged with public intoxication, trespassing, resisting an officer and battery in April 2015, according to Bravo, followed by another arrest, four months later, on suspicion of shoplifting upwards of $600 worth of items from Target.
—Diane J. Cho, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
He gets arrested for shoplifting.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 12 Apr. 2026
This includes shoplifting, which dropped by nearly 3%; thefts from vehicles falling by 31%; and thefts of motor vehicle parts decreasing by about 27%, the report said.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 8 Apr. 2026
The pair left the store as responding officers were involved with another shoplifting incident, police said.
—Grace Zokovitch, Boston Herald, 6 Apr. 2026
Arlington Mayor Mike Wissman is facing a misdemeanor shoplifting charge after allegedly trying to steal shorts from a Memphis shopping mall, police documents show.
—Lucas Finton, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 30 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shoplifting
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State officials ask that anyone who has information about the series of Upper Peninsula eagle deaths send those tips via the DNR's poaching tipline, call or text 800-292-7800.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
28 Apr. 2026
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Schoeman van Jaarsveld dedicated his life to protecting rhinos from poaching gangs in South Africa.—
Ryan Brennan
April 27,
Miami Herald,
27 Apr. 2026
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Joaquín Guzmán, a former leader of the Chapitos, confessed to the 2024 kidnapping of Zambada, snatching him at a meeting, flying him by private plane to the United States and handing him over to authorities.—
Kate Linthicum,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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This adjustable, two-piece lanyard set helps reduce the chances of a passerby or someone speeding by on a scooter from snatching your phone.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Apr. 2026
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At a news conference on Monday announcing Lawhead’s arrest, Placer County District Attorney Morgan Gire said his office will file a charge of murder against Lawhead, along with two special circumstance allegations for killing Wanner during the commission of rape and kidnapping.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
1 May 2026
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The extended narrative emerges after federal prosecutors announced robbery and kidnapping charges in the case this week, nearly two months after the incident made headlines.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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End your drive with a stay at Chinati Hot Springs, and soak in the steaming springwater beneath rustling cottonwoods and the glittering expanse of Texas stars.—
Eva Frederick,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Apr. 2026
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How Green Noise Differs From White Noise Green noise refers to a mid-frequency sound profile centered around 500 Hz that mimics nature sounds like ocean waves, gentle rain and rustling leaves.—
Allison Palmer,
Miami Herald,
7 Apr. 2026
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According to DeMaio, police began investigating Orsini, the former executive director of the Clinton Chamber of Commerce, in June 2025 in connection with accusations of fraud and embezzlement.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
1 May 2026
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The sites mix factual assertions about their targets with unsubstantiated conspiracies and defamatory claims of misconduct ranging from extortion and embezzlement to drug dealing and prostitution.—
Gary Baum,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Apr. 2026
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There’s also significant doubt among Republicans as to whether DeSantis will even accomplish the goal of grabbing at least four more seats.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 May 2026
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The shortage started grabbing headlines early last month.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
1 May 2026
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In the months before the crime, Jackson had been released from prison after serving a five-year sentence for a series of burglaries.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
29 Apr. 2026
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One of two burglary suspects sought by Sauk Village police April 21 in connection with a restaurant break-in was taken into custody at the Chicago Southland Lincoln Oasis, police said.—
Dennis Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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To get there, a city needs a gigantic outdoor footprint, real tourism appeal, public transit, adequate hotel inventory, and a backdrop that makes people want to show up even if their team is picking 24th and taking an offensive lineman.—
Dan Zaksheske OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
26 Apr. 2026
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San Francisco kicked off its Saturday selections by picking Oklahoma defensive tackle Gracen Halton with the 107th overall pick.—
Graham Womack,
Sacbee.com,
26 Apr. 2026
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“Shoplifting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shoplifting. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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