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Have, etc. your fingers in the till

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Workplace TheftPlay
This phrase specifically refers to stealing money from where one works, denoting betrayal of trust. SlideShe got arrested after having her fingers in the till at the cafe.
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It's not about literal fingers or a physical till; it's a metaphor for insider theft. SlideThe accountant had his fingers in the till, causing the company's financial issues.
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Negative ConnotationPlay
The phrase conveys a strong negative judgement and is often associated with disgrace. SlideThe community lost trust in him after he put his fingers in the till.