deviousness

Example Sentences

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Numrich is an excellent actor, so I wish the role would have better packaged his deviousness.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2022

Players will be able to make their own levels, which could lead to some Mario Maker-style delights or deviousness once people get their hands on the level creator tools.

From The Verge • Dec. 6, 2021

Some leaks result from deviousness — the attempt to box the president in on a policy matter.

From Washington Post • Mar. 22, 2018

In the opening moments, Elizabeth Sloane, a formidable Washington lobbyist, legendary for her deviousness and determination to win at all costs, impassively describes her professional modus operandi.

From New York Times • Nov. 24, 2016

Ruth was a pale but complicated woman given to deviousness and ultra-fine manners.

From "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison