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1. • Dexterous skill and subtlety

     • : dexterous skill and subtlety (as in inventing, devising, or executing)
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   1. : dexterous or crafty in the use of special resources (such as skill or knowledge) or in attaining an end. a cunning plotter. 2. : characterized by wiliness and trickery. cunning schemes. 3. : prettily appealing : cute. a cunning little kitten. 4. : displaying keen insight. a cunning observation. cunningly. ˈkə-niŋ-lē. adverb. cunningness noun.

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   What does cunning mean?

   • The meaning of CUNNING is dexterous or crafty in the use of special resources (such as skill or knowledge) or in attaining an end. How to use cunning in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Cunning.

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   What is an example of a cunning person?

   • A cunning person is someone who can outsmart their opponents or navigate complex situations with ease. One classic example of a cunning person is Odysseus from Homers epic poem, The Odyssey. Throughout the story, Odysseus proves himself to be extremely cunning, employing various tactics to outsmart his enemies and overcome obstacles.

   Is Being Cunning Good or Bad? Exploring the Pros and Cons

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   Do we need to show cunning?

   • show cunning We need to show some cunning if we want to defeat the enemy. They made their way safely back through enemy territory by stealth and cunning. Is there, however, a more general contrast between urban (civil, gentle) and rural (coarse, cunning, traditional) ?

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   Is being cunning a bad thing?

   • Of course, being cunning also has it’s downsides. It can be seen as deceitful or unethical, especially if you’re manipulating or taking advantage of others for your own gain. It can also be exhausting, requiring constant vigilance and calculation to stay ahead of the game.

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   Aug 12, 2023 · A cunning person is someone who’s clever and deceptive in their approach, willing to use manipulation and trickery to get what they want. However, it’s important to note that being cunning doesn’t necessarily mean being untrustworthy or malicious – rather, it’s a quality that can be used for both good and bad purposes.

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   noun [ U ] us / ˈkʌn.ɪŋ / uk / ˈkʌn.ɪŋ / the quality or skill of being good at planning something so you get what you want, especially by tricking other people: show cunning We need to show some cunning if we want to defeat the enemy. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases.

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7. dictionary.cambridge.org · dictionary · englishCUNNING | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   noun [ U ] uk / ˈkʌn.ɪŋ / us / ˈkʌn.ɪŋ / the quality or skill of being clever at planning something so you get what you want, especially by tricking other people: show cunning We need to show some cunning if we want to defeat the enemy.

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   Cunning means clever, in the sense of trickery. A cunning plan might involve setting traps for the innocent and pure at heart to fall into. This adjective goes back to the 14th-century English verb cunnen, which meant "to know," and is actually related to our English verb know.

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   skill employed in a shrewd or sly manner, as in deceiving; craftiness; guile. Synonyms: deception, intrigue, trickery. adeptness in performance; dexterity: The weaver's hand had not lost its cunning. Synonyms: agility, adroitness.

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    CUNNING definition: clever at getting what you want, especially by tricking people: . Learn more.