skulk

US /skʌlk/
UK /skʌlk/
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1.

to move in a stealthy or furtive manner; to hide or move in a way that avoids attention, typically with a sinister or cowardly motive

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He was seen skulking around the abandoned building.
The dog would skulk away whenever it heard a loud noise.
1.

a person who skulks

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He was a known skulk, always avoiding direct confrontation.
The old skulk disappeared into the shadows.