Fae don't steal energy from other folk; we take the energy that is manifest around us.
The Decepticons wreak havoc, steal energy and build a fortress.
By stealing solar energy from the Earth's sun, the Sun-Suckers were able to stay alive for a little longer.
The only way the alien transporter can be activated is by stealing energy from any outside sources it comes into contact with.
Of course we must steal kinetic energy from the Starwhale.
Hence the name suggests the notion that the circuit is stealing energy or "joules" from the source.
Nevertheless, you are right, we must needs steal energy from somewhere.
Most of the things that steal your time, strength, money and energy are nothing but chips.
They formed a Syndicate and proceed to steal energy from all the worlds.
Black Alice - A young woman whose infernally tinged powers allows her to steal magical energy.