Purloin Crossword Clue

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This time we bring you information about the crossword clue Purloin that was published at Daily Quick crossword puzzle page.

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

Today's clue "Purloin" corresponds to the answer "STEAL" due to the following reasons:

1. Synonymous Relationship: In the realm of crossword puzzles, clues and answers often share synonymous relationships. In this case, "Purloin" is a term that is synonymous with "STEAL."
2. Linguistic Connection: The word "Purloin" is a less common term for taking something dishonestly, which aligns with the action denoted by the answer "STEAL." Both words imply the act of taking something without permission.
3. Vocabulary Association: Crossword clues frequently rely on vocabulary knowledge. "Purloin" and "STEAL" are linked through their contextual usage and association in the English language as terms for illicit acquisition.

By analyzing the clue "Purloin" within the context of crossword puzzles and considering its thematic relevance, the answer "STEAL" emerges as the most fitting solution, affirming the intertwining nature of language and wordplay in deciphering crossword challenges.

More Answers:

• STEAL
• FILCH
• ROB
• PILFER
• TAKE
• NICK
• SWIPE
• GLOM

Definition of "STEAL"

take (another person's property) without permission or legal right and without intending to return it

Example :

he stole kisses in shop doorways

he claims he can steal a hundred bases this season

he stole down to the kitchen

 The Crossword clue "Purloin" published 142 time/s & has 8 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Daily Quick	13 April 2024	STEAL
Penny dell	18 October 2023	STEAL
Independent.co.uk - Concise	2 October 2023	STEAL
Irish Times Simplex	29 July 2023	STEAL
Evening Standard - Quick	27 July 2023	STEAL
The Irish News Quick	20 July 2023	STEAL

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Crossword	Date	Answer
Daily American	9 February 2023	STEAL
The Irish Independent Simple	23 November 2022	STEAL
The Times Concise	12 June 2022	FILCH
Newsday.com	26 March 2021	ROB
Mirror classic	18 January 2021	PILFER
The Telegraph - Quick	19 August 2020	STEAL
New York Times	6 August 2020	FILCH
Evening Standard - Easy	19 April 2019	STEAL
USA Today	21 June 2015	STEAL
The Guardian	27 May 2015	FILCH
Canadiana	16 July 2012	STEAL
Thinks.com	30 April 2011	STEAL
Premier Sunday – King Feature Syndicate	22 March 2009	STEAL
Thomas Joseph – King Feature Syndicate	5 September 2006	STEAL
L.A. Times Magazine	16 July 2006	STEAL
Universal	26 June 2004	GLOM