guile
Example Sentences
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They underestimated the resilience, ruthlessness and guile of the Islamic regime.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
McInnes saluted Kerjota for his guile in taking players on and unlocking a defence that at times made you think that a miraculous act of escapology was possible.
From BBC • Apr. 26, 2026
Like Julien Duvivier and François Truffaut before him, Kiarostami captures their innocence and guile with righteous force.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 27, 2025
Harmer outdid the Indian spinners in their own den with his guile and turn.
From Barron's • Nov. 26, 2025
He had no intention of paying his debts and was confident he could evade prosecution through guile and charm.
From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson
Vocabulary lists containing guile
The Crucible
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Grade 11, List 2
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