Meaning of wily in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    wily

    Definitions

    1. marked by skill in deception

    Examples

    • « cunning men often pass for wise »
    • « deep political machinations »
    • « a foxy scheme »
    • « a slick evasive answer »
    • « sly as a fox »
    • « tricky Dik »
    • « a wily old attorney »

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