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otterleyyesterday at 5:26 PM4 repliesview on HN

Stealing is not a word that applies only to physical objects.


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margalabargalayesterday at 6:52 PM

Any word can be applied to any concept with any meaning thanks to the fluidity of vernacular.

Language is all just sounds and markings. Anything can be redefined to mean anything, and anyone can decide to aggressively assert their preferred definition of a word.

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niemandhieryesterday at 6:50 PM

Funnily enough in some legal systems it does. Where I live the legal definition of “theft” is: Taking away a movable thing.

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kube-systemyesterday at 7:03 PM

Stole the words right out of my mouth!

Zambyteyesterday at 7:32 PM

Please provide an example of an action legally considered "stealing" that does not involve stealing physical objects.

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