Sneaky scheme Crossword Clue

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Sneaky scheme Crossword Answer

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RUSE

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ROOMIES

(7 letters)

Helpful Hints

(noun)
1. a maneuver in a game or conversation
2. an opening remark intended to secure an advantage for the speaker

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

SNEAKY (adjective)
1. marked by deception
2. marked by quiet and caution and secrecy; taking pains to avoid being observed
SCHEME (verb)
1. form intrigues (for) in an underhand manner
2. devise a system or form a scheme for
SCHEME (noun)
1. a schematic or preliminary plan
2. an elaborate and systematic plan of action

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

RUSE
(4 letters)
ROOMIES
(7 letters)

Hint 4: Anagram

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POLY

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