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devious
adjective
deviating from a straight course
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ˈdiːvi.əs
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adjective
deviating from a straight course
“a scenic but devious route”
adjective
indirect in departing from the accepted or proper way; misleading
“used devious means to achieve success”
adjective
characterized by insincerity or deceit; evasive
“a devious character”
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a scenic but devious route
a long and circuitous journey by train and boat
a roundabout route avoided rush-hour traffic
used devious means to achieve success
gave oblique answers to direct questions
oblique political maneuvers
a devious character
shifty eyes
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