skulkers

noun

plural of skulker
as in skunks
someone who acts in a sly and secret manner she surprised the skulker eavesdropping beneath her window

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for skulkers
  1. skunks
  2. snakes
  3. lurkers
  4. sneakers
  5. skulks
  6. sneaks
Noun
  • Rabies is often found in bats, raccoons, skunks, and foxes, but any mammal can be infected.
    — Kelli Arseneau, USA Today, 1 July 2026
  • Deterring skunks comes down to removing hiding spots and food sources.
    — Michelle Mastro, The Spruce, 1 July 2026
Definition of skunks
Noun
  • While nibbling deer and pesky rodents might require one approach, something else, like snakes, will require another.
    — Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 3 July 2026
  • Many of the snakes live far from roads or trails, deep in the interior of the Everglades, accessible only by boat.
    — Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026
Definition of snakes
Noun
  • There are leaders, lurkers, peacekeepers, instigators, and the person who only surfaces to drop an occasional thumbs-up.
    — Sam Reed, Glamour, 18 May 2026
  • The Cubs and Padres are well clear of any lurkers for the top two spots, but the Mets have the last ticket in for now, with San Francisco, Arizona and Cincinnati all within 2 1/2 games of them.
    — Chris Branch, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025
Definition of lurkers
Noun
  • Luckily for me, though, Amazon is overflowing with cool-girl sneakers that are posh and trendy, but still practical and versatile for everyday wear.
    — Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 2 July 2026
  • Style it with platform sandals or chunky heels, or go casual with a pair of white sneakers.
    — Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026
Definition of sneakers
Noun
  • Frank discovers Lee’s meddling and skulks into Arthur’s apartment and murders him.
    — Kathryn VanArendonk, Vulture, 10 Nov. 2025
  • Despite a restraining order against her, Lisa skulks around the twins’ school at drop-off and stalks them in the grocery store.
    — Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 8 Oct. 2025
Definition of skulks
Noun
  • In this case, a creator pairs her sneaks with a graphic tee.
    — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 16 June 2026
  • These sneaks utilize the latest running innovations to ensure your kicks improve performance while still looking stylish.
    — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 22 Apr. 2026
Definition of sneaks
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