Better with deception Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Saturday, July 21, 2012 · 36-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Saturday, July 21, 2012.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · July 21, 2012 · 36-Across · 5 letters
SLIER0 of 5 letters revealed
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marked by skill in deception; "cunning men often pass for wise"; "deep political machinations"; "a foxy scheme"; "a slick evasive answer"; "sly as a fox"; "tricky Dick"; "a wily old attorney"
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