sneaky
Example Sentences
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That’s smart—both can take a sneaky but surprisingly large bite out of future nest eggs.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
Even so, I have a sneaky feeling Sunderland will find a way of winning this one at home, and leave Forest with a bit more work to do.
From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026
That’s another problem with Mythos and other AI — they rarely do what we expect and find sneaky ways around rules.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026
But Mr. Lithgow’s performance is infused with a sneaky playfulness evoking the “broken boy,” as Jessie puts it, still cavorting in the hulk of an elderly man.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026
Liyana felt sneaky, but relieved to have a few moments alone.
From "Habibi" by Naomi Shihab Nye
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