underhanded

Example Sentences

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He’d told Rowan he was going to teach him to infiltrate leftist groups, but Williams’ real goal was far more underhanded.

From Salon

Perhaps the sheer existence of Thanos is his underhanded acknowledgment that people don’t like to think too deeply about the moral of the story.

From Salon

"Nigerian authorities are not unaware of this underhanded move," Gen Tchiani was quoted as saying by AFP.

From BBC

Keeping track of those with criminal records and reputations for underhanded ethics whom Trump is appointing is a Sisyphean task.

From Salon

Given opportunities, though, Daniel can be as imperious and underhanded as any less empathetically drawn showbiz stereotype.

From Los Angeles Times