shadily

/ˈʃeɪdɪli/
adverb
  1. In a way that is dishonest, suspicious, or of doubtful character.
    • The deal was arranged shadily, with no written contract.
    • He acted shadily, always looking over his shoulder.
    • The company was shadily avoiding taxes by hiding profits overseas.
  2. In a way that provides or is full of shade.
    • The garden was shadily lit by the tall trees overhead.
    • They sat shadily under the awning to avoid the sun.
    • The path ran shadily between two rows of old elms.
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