Advanced as in surreptitious Characterized by secrecy or stealth; done in a clandestine or discreet manner. Clear All
5 Example Sentences Showcasing the Meaning of 'On The Sly'
Despite her promises to quit, she continued smoking on the sly when no one was watching.
She managed to slip out of the party on the sly, avoiding any farewells.
The spy gathered information on the sly, always staying undercover.
The artist added a hidden signature on the sly, a subtle mark only art experts could find.
On the sly, he altered the experiment's results to test the team's attention to detail.
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