as in skunk
someone who acts in a sly and secret manner
she's such a sneaker I wouldn't trust her any farther than I could throw her
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Recent Examples of sneakers
Cactus Jack and the Houston Food Bank gave more than 2,000 toys and bikes, including 200 Nike Cactus Jack sneakers, dolls and gear from the Houston Astros, Fanatics, Space Village and more, as well as 1,000 bags of food.
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Rachel Desantis, People.com, 24 Dec. 2024
For his part, Affleck utilized the sandwich technique, pairing a light blue sweater with his Nike sneakers, finishing off the look with grey jeans, a black wool coat.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 23 Dec. 2024
From chic ballet flats to comfy slip-on sneakers, there are Vionic shoes perfect for any trip.
—Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 23 Dec. 2024
These sneakers have a sleek and minimalist design with an unexpected snake print texture on the back.
—Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 23 Dec. 2024
Wear water shoes or old sneakers to protect feet from slippery rocks.
—Christine Clarridge, Axios, 23 Dec. 2024
Optimize for comfort on your next trip with tried-and-true walking shoes, like these Sketchers walking shoes that are now 37 percent off, or these chic, white Tommy Hilfiger sneakers that are nearly half off.
—Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2024
Tana was glamorous in a purple slip dress and silver strappy heels, while Ramsay looked polished in a navy blue suit and black sneakers.
—Escher Walcott, People.com, 22 Dec. 2024
As for styles, boots, flats, pumps, and some sneakers are usually stretch-able, while super-structured shoes like Wellington boots probably won’t budge.
—Christina Pérez, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024
Rachel Desantis, People.com, 24 Dec. 2024
For his part, Affleck utilized the sandwich technique, pairing a light blue sweater with his Nike sneakers, finishing off the look with grey jeans, a black wool coat.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 23 Dec. 2024
From chic ballet flats to comfy slip-on sneakers, there are Vionic shoes perfect for any trip.
—Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 23 Dec. 2024
These sneakers have a sleek and minimalist design with an unexpected snake print texture on the back.
—Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 23 Dec. 2024
Wear water shoes or old sneakers to protect feet from slippery rocks.
—Christine Clarridge, Axios, 23 Dec. 2024
Optimize for comfort on your next trip with tried-and-true walking shoes, like these Sketchers walking shoes that are now 37 percent off, or these chic, white Tommy Hilfiger sneakers that are nearly half off.
—Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2024
Tana was glamorous in a purple slip dress and silver strappy heels, while Ramsay looked polished in a navy blue suit and black sneakers.
—Escher Walcott, People.com, 22 Dec. 2024
As for styles, boots, flats, pumps, and some sneakers are usually stretch-able, while super-structured shoes like Wellington boots probably won’t budge.
—Christina Pérez, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024
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“Sneakers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sneakers. Accessed 4 Jan. 2025.
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