This is the 9616th most frequent French word.
dérober
"To steal" or "to take away secretly."
Used metaphorically to mean stealing or taking something fleetingly, like a glance.
Elle déroba un regard rapide vers lui.
She stole a quick glance at him.
Used literally to mean stealing or taking something unlawfully.
Le voleur a dérobé les bijoux précieux de la vitrine.
The thief stole the precious jewelry from the showcase.
Used figuratively to mean hiding or concealing something intentionally.