ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD SLY
From Old Norse slǣgr clever, literally: able to strike, from slā to slay.
TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «SLY»
The term «sly» is very widely used and occupies the
17.327 position in our list of most widely used terms in the
English dictionary.
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9 QUOTES WITH «SLY»
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sly.
Unless you're trying to make a movie on the sly, there's no way to get around this. If you want to use public spaces, film on the streets, have the cooperation of the police, you have to have a permit.
I really like the idea of being a bit unpredictable. I'm known for being a nice, easy-going person with a straightforward exterior. So I think a bit of me wants to be sort of sly and devious.
Believe it or not, I got into the charismatic, shady, sly heart of Sedgewick Bell by watching CNN and C-SPAN.
Long before 'American Idol', people used to call me a diva. And I be like, 'Hold on, are you calling me something else on the sly? You gonna call me a diva, call me a good diva.'
I remember breaking the news to both my parents that I wanted to be a director, and they both looked very doubtful. They didn't know what a closet Hindi film buff I was. I used to dance to old Hindi films songs on the sly, so my decision to be a part of Hindi cinema was shocking even for my parents.
On April 3, 2014, Jane Goodall turned 80. The iconic blond ponytail has gone gray, but the sparkle of intelligence, sly humor, and fierce dedication still shines from her hazel eyes.
In 'Plutarch,' her voice begins to come out; there are actual 2,000-year-old quotes from Cleopatra, and they are sly and saucy.
These happy endings all express the weak and sly promise that the world is not rotten and out of joint but meaningful and ultimately in excellent condition.
He was gifted with the sly, sharp instinct for self-preservation that passes for wisdom among the rich.
10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «SLY»
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sly in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to
sly and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Sly Moves: My Proven Program to Lose Weight, Build Strength, ...
His goal here is to help readers change harmful fitness habits, learn to counter reckless eating, and appreciate who they are even when they don't feel much like action heroes.
Together the boys discover the delights of sex, drugs and cheap booze, but their great passion is the story of Sly's pioneering ancestors, as revealed by the dusty and fragile Fox family chronicles.
3
Sly Fox and Little Red Hen
Light-hearted stories and fables about talking animals are a very old European tradition. This simple retelling omits the hen's amazing skill with a needle and thread, but retains the original humour of the tale.
In this compelling new study, Dorothy I. Sly searches through Philo's treatises for information about Alexandria.
5
Sly: The Lives of Sylvester Stewart and
Sly Stone
THE STORY OF THE MAN BEHIND THE HITS: "Dance to the Music," "Stand," ""I Want to Take You Higher," "Everyday People," "Sing a Simple Song," "You Can Make It If You Try," "Hot Fun in the Summertime,"" "Everybody is a Star," "Thank ...
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Sly Flourish's Dungeon Master Tips (ePub)
This Dungeons and Dragons 4th Edition compatible book was written to give you solid usable tips to help you build your story, design exciting encounters, and run a great game when you're at the table.
7
Ten
Sly Piranhas: A Counting Story in Reverse (A Tale of ...
A school of ten sly piranhas gradually dwindles as they waylay and eat each other.
8
The
Sly Company of People Who Care
Rahul Bhattacharya. THE SLY COMPANYOF PEOPLE WHO CARE RAHUL
BHATTACHARYA PICADOR All this was Dutch. Then, like so much else, it THE
SLY COMPANYOF PEOPLE WHO CARE.
The story is told simply, with frequent repetition of the main story words and phrases.Trust Ladybird to help your child learn to read and become a confident reader.
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Sly cooper and the thievius raccoonus: Prima's official ...
Title Selling Points Sales Ranking: * - Complete character run down on friends and foes alike - Locations of key resources that progress and prolong your game - Complete walkthrough of all game environments - Strategies for surviving boss ...
David Jon Winding, Dimension Publishing, 2002
10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «SLY»
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sly is used in the context of the following news items.
Sly James coasts to victory as KC mayor in near record low voter …
After the least suspenseful mayoral campaign in recent Kansas City history, incumbent Mayor Sly James coasted to victory Tuesday night over low-budget ... «Kansas City Star, Jun 15»
Mayor Sly James: New downtown Hyatt Hotel could mean changes …
Mayor Sly James unveiled a plan to bring an 800-room convention hotel to downtown Kansas City. It's supposed to bring hotel convention business back to the ... «KSHB, May 15»
Police on guard after threats made against KC Mayor Sly James
The Mayor's Office confirms that someone made threats against Mayor Sly James. They say Kansas City Police are taking these threats very seriously. «KMBC Kansas City, Apr 15»
Mayor Sly James lashes out at Uber, which returns fire
Kansas City Mayor Sly James is gaining a reputation as a guy who can get angry and speak his mind. It happened again Thursday when the City Council ... «Kansas City Star, Apr 15»
Sly Stone is awarded $5 million in lawsuit over unpaid royalties
In the 1960s and '70s, Sly Stone was one of funk and soul music's most hopeful figures. He penned incandescent, era-defining singles like "Everyday People" ... «Los Angeles Times, Jan 15»
Sly Stone awarded $5m in unpaid royalties
Sly Stone has been awarded $5m in unpaid royalties. The funk pioneer had taken out a lawsuit against his former manager and attorney claiming that money he ... «The Guardian, Jan 15»
Gongs for Cram, Peters and Sly
FORMER Olympic athletes Steve Cram, Dame Mary Peters and Wendy Sly are among the recipients of awards in the New Year Honours. Cram, the former world ... «South Wales Argus, Dec 14»
Escaped prison inmate found at Sly McFly's in Monterey
John Collard, who escaped from a camp in Ben Lomond by driving off in a government vehicle earlier this week, was found Thursday night at Sly McFly's. «KSBW The Central Coast, Sep 14»
Looks like he brought back up! Action man Sly Stallone joined by his …
Sly looked protective as he posed beside his lovely family while clad in a light ... Sly and Jennifer's eldest daughter Sophia - who will soon turn 18 - wore a chic ... «Daily Mail, Aug 14»
Mayor Sly James pushes for an open carry ban in Kansas City
At Mayor Sly James' urging, the Kansas City Council's public safety committee on Wednesday endorsed a measure that would ban people from openly carrying ... «Kansas City Star, Jul 14»
