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One Caught In The Very Act Of Stealing Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "THIEVERY" which means:
- noun
- • The act of taking something from someone unlawfully
An example sentence would be:
- • "The police are investigating a case of thievery at the local jewelry store."
- • "She was charged with thievery after being caught stealing from her employer."
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