sly

US /slaɪ/
UK /slaɪ/
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1.

astuto, ardiloso

having or showing a cunning and deceitful nature

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He gave a sly grin as he hid the candy.
Ele deu um sorriso astuto enquanto escondia os doces.
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The fox was known for its sly tricks.
A raposa era conhecida por seus truques astutos.
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cunningcraftywilyartfuldeceitful
2.

malicioso, discreto

suggesting or characterized by a secret, knowing look or manner

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She gave him a sly wink across the room.
Ela lhe deu uma piscadela maliciosa do outro lado da sala.
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There was a sly smile on his face, suggesting he knew more than he let on.
Havia um sorriso malicioso em seu rosto, sugerindo que ele sabia mais do que demonstrava.
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mischievousplayfulsecretiveknowingcovert
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on the sly