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sly

1 of 1adjective
/slaɪ/
Forms:slier,sliest
1

clever in deceiving or tricking others

C2
  • With a sly smile, he managed to slip away from the group without anyone noticing.
  • He gave a sly wink to indicate that he was aware of the secret plan.
  • The cat approached the prey with a sly and calculated movement.
  • Using a sly disguise, the spy infiltrated the enemy camp unnoticed.