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as in infiltrates
to introduce in a gradual, secret, or clever way
sneak the topic into the conversation any way you can
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as in sneakers
someone who acts in a sly and secret manner
"Why, you little sneak," the mother exclaimed, "you made my birthday present right under my nose!"
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Recent Examples of sneaks
Kalia Richardson, Rolling Stone, 6 Jan. 2025
Gomez sneaks in a few lines in English to back up that storyline.
—Kalia Richardson, Rolling Stone, 6 Jan. 2025
Researchers in the field theorized that once a bacterium sneaks into a host cell, the relationship teeters between infection and harmony.
—Quanta Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
Once a bacterium sneaks into a host cell, the relationship teeters between infection and harmony.
—Quanta Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
Denny appreciates her dark humor, makes her mac and cheese and hot dogs, and sneaks them into the birthing center to use equipment he’s not trained on to perform an ultrasound of the baby.
—Sara Netzley, EW.com, 19 Dec. 2024
Lee Jung-jae returns as Seong Gi-hun and is joined by Lee Byung-hun, who plays Front Man, the game’s leader; Wi Ha-jun, who plays Hwang Jun-ho, a detective who sneaks into the game in search of his brother; and Gong Yoo, who plays the Recruiter, who initially invited Gi-hun to play the game.
—Peter White, Deadline, 26 Nov. 2024
Until, that is, a drag queen sneaks into the party and tips a bucket of blood over her head from on high.
—Liam Hess, Vogue, 18 Oct. 2024
Along the way, Chelsea sneaks into a castle, teaches a stubborn prince how to dance, and looks to be in the perfect place when the bells toll Christmas Eve.
—EW.com, 18 Oct. 2024
Verb
However, in the film, the actress’ clear Spaniard accent often sneaks through.
—Kalia Richardson, Rolling Stone, 6 Jan. 2025
Gomez sneaks in a few lines in English to back up that storyline.
—Kalia Richardson, Rolling Stone, 6 Jan. 2025
Researchers in the field theorized that once a bacterium sneaks into a host cell, the relationship teeters between infection and harmony.
—Quanta Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
Once a bacterium sneaks into a host cell, the relationship teeters between infection and harmony.
—Quanta Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
Denny appreciates her dark humor, makes her mac and cheese and hot dogs, and sneaks them into the birthing center to use equipment he’s not trained on to perform an ultrasound of the baby.
—Sara Netzley, EW.com, 19 Dec. 2024
Lee Jung-jae returns as Seong Gi-hun and is joined by Lee Byung-hun, who plays Front Man, the game’s leader; Wi Ha-jun, who plays Hwang Jun-ho, a detective who sneaks into the game in search of his brother; and Gong Yoo, who plays the Recruiter, who initially invited Gi-hun to play the game.
—Peter White, Deadline, 26 Nov. 2024
Until, that is, a drag queen sneaks into the party and tips a bucket of blood over her head from on high.
—Liam Hess, Vogue, 18 Oct. 2024
Along the way, Chelsea sneaks into a castle, teaches a stubborn prince how to dance, and looks to be in the perfect place when the bells toll Christmas Eve.
—EW.com, 18 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sneaks
Noun
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The style is timeless and designed to be worn from day to night, so plan to pair your new pants with everything casual and dressy, including T-shirts, button-downs, sneakers, and even heeled boots.Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Dec. 2024
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From high-performing Adidas sneakers to timeless Doc Martens boots, and everything in between, here are the top 71 footwear deals from Amazon's after-Christmas sale.Jennifer Vermeer, Travel + Leisure, 26 Dec. 2024
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As winter rolls on, Gaza slips deeper into despair.Daphne Ewing-Chow, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
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As part of their Holiday Collection, there are Cozy Essentials filled with at-home attire like jogging pants, frilly long sleeve shirts, cami slips, henley shirts, scoop tanks and more.Nadja Sayej, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Any time an agricultural producer or horse owner or home gardener has a persistent issue with dangerous or destructive animals — skunks denning under a shed, raccoons raiding a chicken coop, bears gorging in a vineyard — Chandler can assist, either with advice or, if necessary, direct intervention.Malcolm Brooks Malcolm Hillgartner Krish Seenivasan Zak Mouton, New York Times, 31 Dec. 2024
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That’s a sure way to invite not only raccoons but other unwanted guests such as mice, opossums, and skunks.Arricca Elin SanSone, Southern Living, 31 Oct. 2024
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“Sneaks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sneaks. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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