"Slyness" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Slyness" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers

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"Slyness" Meaning

Slyness refers to the quality of being sly or cunning, typically in a way that is annoying, deceitful, or underhanded. It describes someone or something that is calculating, manipulative, and sometimes dishonest in their actions or intentions.

"Slyness" Examples

5 Usage Examples of "Slyness"


1. Usage in a Sentence to Show Cautious Delight

I couldn't believe my boss's slyness when he agreed to a holiday almost immediately, I suspected there was more to it than just kindness.

2. Usage in a Sentence to Show Cunning Behavior

The detective noticed a slyness in the defendant's eyes as he denied the crime, indicating he might be hiding something.

3. Usage in a Sentence to Show Mischievous Awareness

At first glance, her slyness prevented her from directly facing me, making me curious about her intentions.

4. Usage in a Sentence to Show Underhanded Behavior

Their opponents criticized the company's slyness in hiding the environmental damage caused by their products until it became too late.

5. Usage in a Sentence to Show Craftiness and Subtlety

The poacher's slyness in stalking his prey allowed him to catch even the fastest of birds for years in a row.

"Slyness" Similar Words

Sluttish

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Sluttishly

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Sluttishness

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Sluttishness refers to behavior or appearance that is considered slovenly or slovenly, characterized by a lack of effort or care to maintain oneself or one's surroundings in an orderly or respectable manner. It often implies a sense of laziness, apathy, or a general disregard for personal hygiene or responsibility.

Slutty

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Sluys

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Sly

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Clever or secretly cunning. Coal-black in color or having a smooth, slippery surface.

Slyer

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Slyly

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In a cunning or sneaky manner, especially in a way that is intended to deceive or manipulate others.

Slytherin

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Sm

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Slang abbreviation for "small" or an expression used to refer to something as cool or impressive, similar to "awesome".

Smack-dab

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Directed exactly at; in the middle of; right on. This is alum and often used with adverbs such as right, slap bang, slap in the middle.

Smack

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To hit or strike someone or something with a sudden and often forceful movement of the hand, typically with the palm downward.

Smacked

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To have hit or strike someone or something with a sudden, hard blow. (often used to convey a sense of anger or surprise)<br><br>Example: "She smacked the wall in frustration."<br><br>Alternatively, to try to sell someone something aggressively or persistently.

Smacking

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The word "smacking" can have a few related meanings:<br><br>1. The sound of a sharp, sudden impact or slapping noise, like when two objects hit each other.<br>Example: The smacking of the surf against the shore was calming.<br><br>2. A sound of kissing, especially a loud or exaggerated one.<br>Example: The mom gave her little baby a smacking kiss on the forehead.<br><br>3. To hit or tap someone/ something lightly but firmly, often in annoyance or to get their attention.<br>Example: He smacked his hand on the desk to get the kids to quiet down.<br><br>4. In a broader sense, smacking can also imply a sense of satisfaction or joy, similar to the sense of smacking one's lips after eating something delicious.<br>Example: I just ate the best pizza ever, and I was smacking my lips in happiness!<br><br>It's worth noting that in some UK English, "smacking" can also refer to the act of physically punishing a child by slapping their buttocks or hands, often as a disciplinary measure. This usage is generally considered old-fashioned and outdated.

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Small-minded

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Having a narrow or limited perspective, often indicating a lack of understanding, tolerance, or appreciation for different viewpoints or ideas.