sticky-fingered vs thieving

sticky-fingered

adj
  • Possessing the behavioral trait of stealing, especially of engaging in petty theft while handling money or goods. 

  • Skillful in catching or handling the ball, in such games as baseball, football, basketball, etc. 

thieving

adj
  • That thieves; that steals; inclined to steal 

noun
  • The action of theft. 

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