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Definition sneak in American English

sneak verb

verb
/snik/
1

to move somewhere quietly and secretly so that no one can see you or hear you

Example

She sneaked into the house by the back entrance.

Example

While his parents were busy, Joe snuck off to play.

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2

to take someone or something secretly or illegally

Example

I snuck the book out of my father's study.

Example

She managed to sneak him another piece of cake.

Example

Let's sneak some pizza into the movie.

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Definition sneak in American English