gas and dash
Common in North America, 'gas and dash' refers to a specific type of theft involving fuel.
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Definition
B2Everyday Language
(informal, Canada, US)The act of filling a vehicle with fuel at a gas station and leaving without paying.
Example
- He was caught on camera committing a gas and dash at the local station.
B2Law Enforcement
(informal, Canada, US)A theft involving a person driving away from a gas station without paying for the fuel they took.
Example
- Police are investigating a series of gas and dash incidents in the area.
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