sneak
verb (used without object)
to go in a stealthy or furtive manner; slink; skulk.
will sneak
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future tenseof sneak.future tense
Used to express actions, events, or states that have not yet occurred but are expected to happen.
Example Sentences
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"Octopuses are like cats: they will sneak up on their prey and pounce, and they want to do so as fast as possible, so that they don't become preyed upon," Tse says.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 5, 2026
William, who is addicted to sugar, will sneak out in search of the snacks Debbie denies him.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 12, 2026
If the Broncos lose then Miami can pinch their place, and if they both lose then the Bengals will sneak in with a win.
From BBC ● Jan. 2, 2025
We’re fairly confident a second team will sneak into the field through the at-large pathway — either Washington State, Colorado or Utah — or someone other than Arizona will win the conference tournament.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 12, 2024
So, sometimes, even if the legal beautician is not as adept as Violet, a regular customer will sneak to a shop just for the pleasure of a comfy shampoo.
From "Jazz" by Toni Morrison
