Skulk in the shadows Crossword Clue

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Skulk in the shadows Crossword Answer

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(verb)
1. be about
2. wait in hiding to attack

Hint 2: Clue Definition

SKULK (verb)
1. avoid responsibilities and duties, e.g., by pretending to be ill
2. lie in wait, lie in ambush, behave in a sneaky and secretive manner

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