Have, etc. your fingers in the till

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phrase

To steal money from your company or workplace.

When the owner found out that his manager had his fingers in the till, he was immediately fired.
Visual representation of "have, etc. your fingers in the till" - To steal money from your company or workplace

Often appears as...

  • catch someone with their fingers in the till
  • put one's fingers in the till

Usage tips

Informal, Disapproving

Idiomatic

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Workplace Theft

This phrase specifically refers to stealing money from where one works, denoting betrayal of trust.

Illustration for Workplace Theft
She got arrested after having her fingers in the till at the cafe.
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Figurative Speech

It's not about literal fingers or a physical till; it's a metaphor for insider theft.

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The accountant had his fingers in the till, causing the company's financial issues.
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Negative Connotation

The phrase conveys a strong negative judgement and is often associated with disgrace.

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The community lost trust in him after he put his fingers in the till.
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