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

Pat Nevin: It is a complete guess but I am going to be wild and say Chelsea will sneak in, in fourth place.

From BBC • Aug. 15, 2024

Maybe the Washington Football Team, whatever its name, will sneak out in the dead of night.

From Washington Post • Dec. 30, 2022

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