Slink
(verb)
- To move quietly, stealthily, or furtively, often in a way that is seen as sneaky or cunning.
- To leave or withdraw from a place or situation quietly or secretly.
Origin:
Derived from the middle dutch word 'slinken', meaning to become smaller.
Examples:
- She slinked out of the room, trying not to be noticed.
- He slinked away from the party, feeling like he didn't belong there.
- The cat slinked along the fence, stalking its prey.
- She slinked through the dark alley, her heart pounding with fear.
- He slinked out of the office early, hoping to avoid his boss.