thievery in a sentence

Definition

Thievery is the act of stealing or theft, particularly in a way that breaches trust within a community.

Thievery is a crime that undermines trust within a community.
The museum took extra precautions to prevent thievery during the exhibition.
His life of thievery eventually caught up with him, leading to his arrest.
The rise in thievery has prompted local businesses to invest in better security systems.
She was a skilled locksmith, but she chose to use her talents for thievery instead of honest work.