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sly
adjectivemasculinecolloquialuncommon/mɐˈɲozu/ma·nho·so
Definition
1Who acts with cunning, concealed astuteness often for personal gain; who uses tricks to deceive others; crafty.
Usage examples
“Don't trust him, he's a very sly character who only thinks about his own advantage.”
“With a sly smile, he managed to borrow the car.”
Common combinations
sly guysly trick
Idiomatic expressions
- As sly as a fox. (Very cunning and deceitful)