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sneakiness

  • a word derived from sneak.
    sneak
    verb (used without object)
    to go in a stealthy or furtive manner; slink; skulk.
  • a word derived from sneaky.
    sneaky
    adjective
    like or suggestive of a sneak; furtive; deceitful.

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Benesch accesses a fundamental decency that almost makes Nowak’s sneakiness forgivable.

From Los Angeles Times Jan. 4, 2024

The sneakiness of this fallacy is that some caring cisgender adults genuinely believe that their own experiences with puberty are relevant and helpful.

From Washington Post Apr. 12, 2023

The coverage thus involves a constant refrain of sneakiness.

From The Guardian May 7, 2019

Most likely in a friendly tone, one just barely concealing a sinister sneakiness.

From Slate Feb. 17, 2018

She watched June for signs of smugness or sneakiness or anything other than the doe-eyed look of wonder June wore right now, but she didn’t find them.

From "Ivy Aberdeen’s Letter to the World" by Ashley Herring Blake