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skulking

noun
1
The act of moving furtively or hiding, often with bad intent.
"The guards noticed skulking near the back gate and raised the alarm."

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In plain EnglishSneaking around quietly, usually to avoid being seen while up to no good.

Common pairings
skulking around caught skulking

Word Forms

skulkings plural

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