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surreptitious
adjective
conducted with or marked by hidden aims or methods
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ˌsʌɹɪpˈtɪʃəs
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adjective
conducted with or marked by hidden aims or methods
“clandestine intelligence operations”
adjective
marked by quiet and caution and secrecy; taking pains to avoid being observed
“a furtive manner”
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clandestine intelligence operations
cloak-and-dagger activities behind enemy lines
hole-and-corner intrigue
secret missions
a secret agent
a furtive manner
a sneak attack
stealthy footsteps
a surreptitious glance at his watch
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