underhand

Example Sentences

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"It is unacceptable that the government has decided to turn its back on them in such an underhand way, and we must continue to advocate for them," she added.

From BBC • Sep. 4, 2025

With 11:46 left, Fifita attempted to escape a Ralen Goforth sack with an underhand flip to tight end Tanner McLachlan.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 30, 2023

The practice is legal as long as the quantity stated on the pack is accurate, but it can feel underhand.

From BBC • Sep. 26, 2023

As most players stopped when Otton’s underhand toss floated to the ground, Jackson scooped it up without hesitation.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 22, 2023

He was friendly, in a treacherous sort of way, smiling into one’s face the while he meditated some underhand trick, as, for instance, when he stole from Buck’s food at the first meal.

From "The Call of the Wild" by Jack London