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skulking

/ˈskʌlkɪŋ/

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verb

To stay where one cannot be seen, conceal oneself (often in a cowardly way or with the intent of doing harm).

Examples :

"The stray cat was skulking behind the bushes, hoping to snatch some scraps of food. "

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verb

To move in a stealthy or furtive way; to come or go while trying to avoid detection.

Examples :

"The cat was skulking around the kitchen, hoping to steal some food when no one was looking. "

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verb

To avoid an obligation or responsibility.

Examples :

"Instead of helping clean the kitchen after dinner, he was skulking in his room, playing video games. "

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noun

The action of one who skulks.

Examples :

"The suspicious skulking around the back of the store made the security guard call the police. "

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