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VocabJLPT N4

to steal

Godan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. to steal
2. to plagiarize
3. to do stealthily

This verb means to steal or to take something that belongs to someone else without permission. It is a straightforward word for theft and can be used literally or occasionally in a figurative sense.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

He said proudly, "I would never steal."

Sentence 2

The kid promised, "I'll never steal again!"

Sentence 3

Please don't just take that photo and use it without permission!

Sentence 4

Did my little brother seriously steal someone's game again?

Sentence 5

He joked, "Stop stealing my time!"