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skulk·ing

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. malingering, skulkingnoun

    evading duty or work by pretending to be incapacitated

    "they developed a test to detect malingering"

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  1. skulking

    Skulking generally refers to the act of moving stealthily or lurking, often in a secretive or sneaky manner, usually with the intent of hiding or evading notice. It can also mean to shirk duties or responsibilities, or behave in a disreputable manner.

Webster Dictionary

  1. Skulking

    of Skulk

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of skulking in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of skulking in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5

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