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Purloins

Definition:

(verb) To unlawfully take or steal (something), often in a sneaky or secretive manner.

Senses:

1. (transitive) To steal or appropriate (something) without permission or justification.

2. (transitive, figurative) To take or appropriate (something) in a deceitful or dishonest manner.

Examples:

1. The mischievous cat purloins small trinkets and hides them under the couch.

2. He cunningly purloined his colleague's research papers to claim them as his own.

3. The pickpocket skillfully purloined the tourist's wallet in the crowded market.

4. The corrupt official purloined public funds for personal gain.

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