craftily

Example Sentences

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Mr. Skarsgård’s equivocal and unshowy performance—he’s a master of acting without seeming to be acting—creates an ambiguity around Gustav, craftily rendered by the two screenwriters.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 6, 2025

With the ban, the emperor was able to craftily codify efficient agricultural practices and, in so doing, help give shape and purpose to a nation whose unity was still uncertain.

From New York Times • Mar. 3, 2022

But Zabka has craftily pushed the stubborn character to grow without forfeiting Johnny’s dude-like essence.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 5, 2022

One chief reason for Popeil’s ubiquity became evident when people decided to poke fun at him — because he chose, craftily and strategically, to always be in on the joke.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 29, 2021

Lennie spoke craftily, “Tell me—like you done before.”

From "Of Mice and Men" by John Steinbeck