wily

/ˈwaɪli/
adjective
  1. Skilled at using clever or tricky methods to get what one wants; crafty.
    • The wily fox managed to steal the farmer's chickens without being caught.
    • The old detective was too wily for the criminals, always staying one step ahead.
    • Her wily negotiation tactics helped her get a much better deal on the car.
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