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sneaky

[snee-kee] / ˈsni ki /


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That’s another problem with Mythos and other AI — they rarely do what we expect and find sneaky ways around rules.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

But Mr. Lithgow’s performance is infused with a sneaky playfulness evoking the “broken boy,” as Jessie puts it, still cavorting in the hulk of an elderly man.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

But Everton won here last season and, given how good they are on the road, I just have a sneaky feeling they will get something this time too.

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026

It can feel "especially sneaky" when companies shrink products or downgrade their ingredients she said.

From BBC • Dec. 12, 2025

Nathan snuck his phone out of his pocket, wanting to take a sneaky selfie.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young




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