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slyness

 

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Noun slyness has 1 sense
  1. craft, craftiness, cunning, foxiness, guile, slyness, wiliness - shrewdness as demonstrated by being skilled in deception
    --1 is a kind of shrewdness, astuteness, perspicacity, perspicaciousness

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Slyness

Definition:

Slyness refers to the quality or state of being crafty, cunning, or deceptive.

Example Sentences:

  1. Her slyness allowed her to manipulate others and always stay one step ahead.
  2. The detective admired the criminal's slyness in executing the perfect heist.
  3. Despite his innocent appearance, his slyness became apparent when he tricked his friends into believing a false story.

Parts of Speech:

  • Noun: His slyness was unmatched, and he could fool anyone.
  • Adjective: She gave him a sly, knowing smile.

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