burglar in a sentence

Definition

A burglar is a person who unlawfully enters a building with the intent to commit theft or another crime.

The burglar silently entered the house through a unlocked window.
After the burglary, the family installed a security system to deter future burglars.
The police caught the burglar just as he was trying to escape with the stolen goods.
She felt a surge of fear when she realized a burglar had been prowling around her neighborhood.
The burglar left behind a trail of clues that led the detectives to his identity.
He was known as a notorious burglar who targeted wealthy homes in the area.
The neighborhood watch was formed to help keep an eye out for any burglars.
Witnesses reported seeing a shadowy figure that they suspected was a burglar.
The burglar wore gloves to avoid leaving fingerprints at the crime scene.
After the arrest, the burglar confessed to multiple break-ins across the city.