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weaselly

American

[wee-zuh-lee] / ˈwi zə li /

adjective

resembling a weasel, especially in features or manner.

a weaselly little clerk with furtive eyes.

Etymology

Origin of weaselly

First recorded in 1830–40; weasel + -y ¹

Example Sentences

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Earlier, the MP who represents Ballymena was criticised for an "insincere" and "weaselly" condemnation of the violence.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2025

“I gave up my working brain for you,” she tells Keld, who responds with a classic anthem of weaselly self-justification.

From New York Times • Nov. 24, 2022

We endure a lot of histrionics from English actor Laurence Fox, who is way too skinny and weaselly to play Hunter Biden.

From Salon • Sep. 8, 2022

The Chicago Tribune’s Editorial Board even hit back at the museum’s decision, calling Stein’s termination letter to the docents as "weaselly."

From Fox News • Oct. 17, 2021

"My lord father would urge caution," aged Ser Stevron said, with the weaselly smile of a Frey.

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin

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