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as in shaded
protected from the sun's rays
a lovely shady spot in the park that was pleasantly cool
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2
as in deceptive
given to or marked by cheating and deception
a shady business deal
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as in questionable
giving good reason for being doubted, questioned, or challenged
cited some shady statistics to back up his argument
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as in shifty
given to acting in secret and to concealing one's intentions
shady characters hanging out in the park after nightfall
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as in notorious
not respectable
a courtesan who lived on the shady fringe of society
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Recent Examples of shady
My next run was a 5-mile jaunt along the Petit Balcon Sud, a shady trail that, after a short, lung-busting climb, meanders along a ridge just above Chamonix, offering views of the towering Mont Blanc Massif and the towns in the valley below.
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Will Porter, Outside, 13 Sep. 2025
Pairing this with good digital hygiene, like avoiding shady downloads, dramatically lowers your risk of infection.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Another reason is that most EVs don’t use wires in their steering column so they can’t be hotwired and some have cameras and motion detection that deter shady people that get too close to the vehicle.
—Keenan Thompson, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
Leaving it longer, especially in shady areas, helps the grass develop a stronger root system.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 10 Sep. 2025
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Will Porter, Outside, 13 Sep. 2025
Pairing this with good digital hygiene, like avoiding shady downloads, dramatically lowers your risk of infection.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Another reason is that most EVs don’t use wires in their steering column so they can’t be hotwired and some have cameras and motion detection that deter shady people that get too close to the vehicle.
—Keenan Thompson, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
Leaving it longer, especially in shady areas, helps the grass develop a stronger root system.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 10 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shady
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Tillinghast’s sprawling fairway bunkers on the right and left dominate the center of the canvas, while the large putting surface at the top balances with shaded tee boxes, geometric shapes, and the iconic Bethpage Black sign at the bottom.—
Tim Corlett,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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That includes fire-resistant construction, geothermal systems, advanced energy storage, shaded walkways, and recycled water to support the gardens while reducing environmental impact.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
18 Sep. 2025
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Meanwhile, a group of states led by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton separately sued Google for anticompetitive and deceptive practices in its ad business.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
12 Sep. 2025
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Katie’s denial was once again found to be deceptive.—
Liza Esquibias,
PEOPLE,
12 Sep. 2025
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Of all the questionable advice pinging around social media platforms, this one really stinks—literally.—
Ashleigh N. DeLuca,
Parents,
16 Sep. 2025
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The Chargers said initially that Mack was questionable to return due to an elbow injury, but was downgraded to out after he was seen on the sideline with his pads off and his arm in a sling.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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The backcourt duo of Courtney Williams and Natisha Hiedeman, also known as the StudBudz, are shifty, tough shot-making guards who can get hot in a hurry.—
Nathan Canilao,
Mercury News,
13 Sep. 2025
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By halftime, the shifty Jordan – the Trojans’ starter – had carried it five times for 42 yards and a score.—
Mirjam Swanson,
Oc Register,
31 Aug. 2025
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The aim is not incremental improvement, but to stay ahead of the tumor’s notorious ability to adapt and resist.—
William A. Haseltine,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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Even Justin and Hailey Bieber, who rarely appear aligned on a singular dress code (and who are notorious for their extremely opposing styles) seem to agree that the gold chain necklace is an accessory to embrace.—
Samantha Solomon,
Vogue,
18 Sep. 2025
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But this season, the biggest mystery may be Emily herself – when secrets from her past and the shadowy group known as CH1M3RA resurface, leading to revelations and a shocking finale that promises to change everything.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
17 Sep. 2025
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Her glam included such standout elements as bold brows and shadowy eye makeup, along with the wet hair trend.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
12 Sep. 2025
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An investigation revealed the suspect was driving without a license and had affixed a fraudulent registration tab to the rear license plate.—
Anne Gelhaus,
Mercury News,
19 Sep. 2025
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The fraudulent sellers uncovered by CNBC took credentials from a wide range of companies.—
Gabrielle Fonrouge,Paige Tortorelli,
CNBC,
19 Sep. 2025
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Even the people writing software are dubious.—
Gene Marks,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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This trend pushes teens to skip showers or use dubious products in hopes of attracting romantic attention.—
Ashleigh N. DeLuca,
Parents,
16 Sep. 2025
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“Shady.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shady. Accessed 22 Sep. 2025.
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