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sneaky

UK/ˈsniːki/ US/ˈsniki/ fairly common slang

adjective

1.

marked by deception

  • “achieved success in business only by underhand methods”
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2.

marked by quiet and caution and secrecy; taking pains to avoid being observed

  • “a furtive manner”
  • “a lurking prowler”
  • “a sneak attack”
  • “stealthy footsteps”
  • “a surreptitious glance at his watch”
  • “someone skulking in the shadows”
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Origin

From sneak + -y.

Phrases

  • sneaky beak
  • sneaky beaky
  • sneaky fucker strategy
  • sneaky link
  • sneaky Pete
  • sneaky suspicion

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