shifty

Example Sentences

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Trying to look manly and tough when your entire regime, from the top on down, consists of shifty characters with a wide range of obvious personality disorders might seem like a categorical error.

From Salon • Mar. 8, 2026

On the hunt for her next scoop—“the kind of thing people kill for”—she makes an appointment with a shifty potential source.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 12, 2025

After acting a bit shifty throughout the finale, Gwen revealed she has a boyfriend.

From BBC • Dec. 26, 2024

Davis, an All-Pro punt returner in his rookie campaign with shifty speed, looks to get more snaps on offense.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 27, 2024

You’re never really sure, since cause and effect have become as shifty as time itself.

From "Challenger Deep" by Neal Shusterman