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Embezzlement

Definition:

Embezzlement is the act of dishonestly appropriating or misappropriating funds or assets entrusted to one's care, typically by an employer or organization.

Examples:

As a noun:

• The executive was charged with embezzlement of company funds.
• Embezzlement of public funds is a serious crime.

As a verb:

• He embezzled a significant amount of money from the company over several years.
• The treasurer was caught embezzling funds and was immediately fired.

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