
Embezzle
Financial Trust
Embezzling involves violating financial trust and is taken very seriously in professional contexts.

The treasurer faced severe consequences for embezzling club funds.
Legal Ramifications
Using 'embezzle' suggests a crime, potentially leading to legal action or imprisonment.

If convicted of embezzling, she could face up to 10 years in prison.
Subtle Theft
'Embezzle' often implies a secretive theft over time, not a one-off event.

He embezzled small amounts from the account to avoid detection.
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