grand theft

noun

: grand larceny

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Murphy was indicted in Ohio on several felony charges in January 2025, including identity fraud, grand theft and possessing criminal tools, but fled the state before authorities could serve the indictment, according to WEWS. — Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 31 Aug. 2026 In 1998, a jury voted 10-2 to recommend Beasley die for the death of 62-year-old Carolyn Monfort of Dundee after he had been found guilty on charges of first-degree murder, robbery and grand theft in February of that year. — Jim Turner, Sun Sentinel, 27 Aug. 2026 Lawrence faces multiple charges, including grand theft of motor vehicle parts, burglary conspiracy, grand theft conspiracy, and criminal solicitation. — Ana Maria Soler, CBS News, 26 Aug. 2026 Both were arrested and booked into the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center on felony charges, including grand theft auto, grand theft of more than $100,00 and burglary. — David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 26 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for grand theft

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1930, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of grand theft was circa 1930

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“Grand theft.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grand%20theft. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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