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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
Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 10 Sep. 2025
And if his club sneaks into the postseason and perhaps make a successful run, don’t forget his role in getting them there.
—Tony Blengino, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
However, on opening night, the music and revelry are cut short when evil sneaks through the door.
—Charlotte Walsh, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
And so Julia goes and befriends Glenna Fitzgibbons and sneaks her way to Ellen’s room.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 22 Aug. 2025
However, the sisters lay their cards on the table in an emotionally fraught scene early in episode 2 after Devon sneaks back onto the Kell estate to forcibly remove her sister from the house.
—Megan Vick, Variety, 11 Aug. 2025
Some of those measures involved minimizing leakage current, charge that sneaks across even when the transistor is supposed to be off.
—IEEE Spectrum, 11 Aug. 2025
When Wednesday later sneaks into Willow Hill to get her Uncle Fester (Fred Armisen) out of the psychiatric hospital as well as uncover the outcast experiments happening in the basement, things go south when a monster breaks free.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 6 Aug. 2025
However, in the film, the actress’ clear Spaniard accent often sneaks through.
—Kalia Richardson, Rolling Stone, 6 Jan. 2025
Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 16 Sep. 2025
Verb
Aloe vera sneaks in lightweight hydration, and wheat protein helps strengthen to keep breakage at bay.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 10 Sep. 2025
And if his club sneaks into the postseason and perhaps make a successful run, don’t forget his role in getting them there.
—Tony Blengino, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
However, on opening night, the music and revelry are cut short when evil sneaks through the door.
—Charlotte Walsh, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
And so Julia goes and befriends Glenna Fitzgibbons and sneaks her way to Ellen’s room.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 22 Aug. 2025
However, the sisters lay their cards on the table in an emotionally fraught scene early in episode 2 after Devon sneaks back onto the Kell estate to forcibly remove her sister from the house.
—Megan Vick, Variety, 11 Aug. 2025
Some of those measures involved minimizing leakage current, charge that sneaks across even when the transistor is supposed to be off.
—IEEE Spectrum, 11 Aug. 2025
When Wednesday later sneaks into Willow Hill to get her Uncle Fester (Fred Armisen) out of the psychiatric hospital as well as uncover the outcast experiments happening in the basement, things go south when a monster breaks free.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 6 Aug. 2025
However, in the film, the actress’ clear Spaniard accent often sneaks through.
—Kalia Richardson, Rolling Stone, 6 Jan. 2025
Noun
On the first bite, the sweetness hits first — rich and decadent — before a subtle heat sneaks in, giving the sandwich a kick that lingers just enough to keep each bite exciting.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 16 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sneaks
Verb
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The Triangle, one of many signature quirks of Fenway Park, lurks 420 feet from home plate.—
Jen McCaffrey,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Possibility lurks everywhere, even after losses.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Wednesday then infiltrates Isaac and Francoise’s operation.—
Selome Hailu,
Variety,
4 Sep. 2025
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As Rob rises as the leader of a band of rebel outlaws, Marian infiltrates the power at court, as both work together to thwart royal corruption and bring peace to the land.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
28 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Style it with a mini skirt and boots, biker shorts and sneakers, or your favorite jeans and T-shirt.—
Jacquelyn Smith,
Parents,
11 Sep. 2025
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Leave sneakers and outdoor shoes outside to avoid tracking allergens inside.—
Rhonda Conner-Warren,
The Conversation,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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That answer will likely dictate whether XRP enters a new growth phase or slips back into another stretch of uncertainty.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Beat out Luke Gifford in practice or Gifford’s play slips?—
Matt Barrows,
New York Times,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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After World War I, fur remained a status garment, though lower-cost furs like skunk, mole, and musquash entered mainstream winter wear.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Sep. 2025
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Around 75% of Americans are exposed to raccoons, skunks and foxes — the very wildlife that commonly spread the fatal disease to humans, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.—
Shiv Sudhakar,
FOXNews.com,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Taylor Kitsch is fantastic, but Tom Hopper steals the show.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Still, as Huntrix finally steals the show, the movie shows the singers and the audience as equals.—
Yvonne Kim,
The Atlantic,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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For this test, a doctor inserts a gloved, lubricated finger into your rectum to feel for swelling, bleeding, and any prostate abnormalities.—
Mark Gurarie,
Health,
12 Sep. 2025
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A little before that, McElwee inserts an extremely candid interview in which Adrian, who has just gotten out of another rehab program in Colorado, discusses his addiction problems with honesty and intelligence.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Around 75% of Americans are exposed to raccoons, skunks and foxes — the very wildlife that commonly spread the fatal disease to humans, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.—
Shiv Sudhakar,
FOXNews.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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The skunk with distemper is stuck in the window well again, chewing incessantly on the garden hose that is coiled up in there.—
Miriam Toews
September 3,
Literary Hub,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Sneaks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sneaks. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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