thieving

ˈθiːvɪŋ
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Translation of thieving into German,

Adjective

inclination

inclined to steal or commit theft
  • The thieving raccoon stole food from the campsite.Der diebische Waschbär stahl Essen vom Zeltplatz.

Noun

1.

criminal activity

act of stealing property
  • The thieving at the market has increased recently..Der Diebstahl auf dem Markt hat in letzter Zeit zugenommen
2.

habit

habitual practice of stealing
Diebstahl mLangfinger m
  • His thieving led to multiple arrests.Sein Diebstahl führte zu mehreren Verhaftungen.
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Synonyms and analogies of thieving in English

Examples of thieving in a sentence

  • He was wary of the thieving tendencies of his neighbor.
  • Thieving has become a major issue in urban areas.
  • The police are cracking down on thieving in the neighborhood.
  • Thieving was rampant in the neighborhood.
  • The town struggled with thieving for years.
thieve
θiv
Verb
tr.

general theft

Rare
steal something from someone
Rare
  • He was caught trying to thieve money from the register..Er wurde dabei erwischt, wie er versuchte, Geld aus der Kasse zu stehlen

Translations of "thieving" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Noun
derDiebstahlnm.

The museum's exhibit showcased famous cases of thieving throughout history.

Die Ausstellung im Museum zeigte berühmte Fälle von Diebstahl im Laufe der Geschichte.

dasStehlennn.

Some of the ranchers had found him thieving or something like that.

Ein paar Rancher haben ihn beim Stehlen oder sowas erwischt.

derDiebnm.

Now I got you, you miserable thieving thief I'm sorry mama.

Jetzt habe ich dich, du elender Dieb - Es tut mir leid, Mama.

dieRäuberstadtnf.

Let them hear it in Rome: Padania is against thieving Rome, it is in favour of freedom.

Sie sollen es hören, in Rom: Padanien ist gegen Rom, die Räuberstadt, und für die Freiheit.

dieDiebereinf.

"Thieving is thieving," said the Beast, "whether it be a rose or a diamond; thy life is forfeit."

Dieberei ist Dieberei", sprach das Biest, „sei's eine Rose oder ein Diamant. Dein Leben ist verwirkt!"

Adjective
diebischadj.

In fables, the raven is often thieving and sly.

In der Fabel ist der Rabe oft diebisch und listig.

diebischen

The clumsy thieving goblins are stealing coins while the dragon is asleep.

Die diebischen Goblins stehlen dir deine Münzen, während dein Drache schläft.

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The movie portrayed thieving as a thrilling adventure, but the reality is grim.

Der Film stellte Diebstahl als spannendes Abenteuer dar, aber die Realität ist düster.

Parents must teach their children that thieving is wrong and harmful.

Eltern müssen ihren Kindern beibringen, dass Diebstahl falsch und schädlich ist.

Schools held discussions on thieving to educate students about its repercussions.

Schulen veranstalteten Diskussionen über Diebstahl, um Schüler über dessen Auswirkungen aufzuklären.

The documentary explored the motivations behind thieving and its societal impact.

Die Dokumentation erforschte die Motivationen hinter Diebstahl und dessen gesellschaftliche Auswirkungen.

When an honest man does the thieving, it's no longer stealing.

Wenn ein ehrlicher Mann stiehlt, ist es kein Diebstahl.

If you prove to me that thieving's not your only vice.

Wenn du mir beweist, dass Diebstahl nicht dein einziges Laster ist.

Witnesses reported an increase in thieving around the abandoned buildings downtown.

Zeugen berichteten von einem Anstieg der Diebstähle rund um die verlassenen Gebäude in der Innenstadt.

Each case of thieving is a reminder of the need for better security.

Jeder Fall von Diebstahl erinnert an die Notwendigkeit besserer Sicherheitsmaßnahmen.

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