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shady

[shey-dee] / ˈʃeɪ di /




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“It seemed a bit shady from the start,” said a person familiar with the negotiations.

From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026

Prince’s shocking death in 2016 gave writers a reason to unearth the shady details of his antagonism toward Michael Jackson.

From Salon • May 16, 2026

After a pre-premiere bidding war results in a $75-million sale, “Medellin” debuts to a round of boos, leading shady businessman Yair Marx to renege on the deal.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

Supporters argue that legalization decreases black-market activity, reducing consumers’ reliance on shady providers, creating a safer market while providing the government greater tax revenue and citizens greater freedom.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

It was cool and shady along the banks of the slough and there was plenty of green grass.

From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls




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