slinked
Example Sentences
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He says: "It was about 4 to 5ft long in body, had a long tail and muscular rolling shoulders as it slowly slinked away."
From BBC • Dec. 28, 2024
The writer who runs a dairy in crepe-flat Skagit Valley politely nodded while I slinked away to research the word.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 16, 2023
As Argentina took a commanding 2-0 lead, some Brazil fans in attendance slinked out.
From New York Times • Dec. 8, 2022
The half ended in a previously unthinkable 17-17 tie with Utah dancing off the field to a deafening roar while the Trojans quietly slinked away.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 3, 2022
“Hey, Ophelia,” Muriel said as she slinked into the parlor, her sisters close behind.
From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland
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