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sneak preview a single advance screening of a motion picture, usu. done to evaluate the reaction of the audience.
sneak thief a burglar who enters without breaking in, usu. through an open door or window.
sneak up on to approach (someone) quietly and without letting that person become aware of one's presence, typically in order to surprise or attack.
sneaky of or like a sneak; furtive or underhanded.
sneer to smile or move one's mouth in a scornful way, esp. by curling the upper lip. [5 definitions]
sneeze to release a sudden, involuntary burst of air through the mouth and nose, often because of a nasal irritation. [2 definitions]
sneeze at (informal) to treat lightly or with scorn.
snell a short piece of monofilament or the like used to attach a fishhook to a fishing line.
snick to nick, snip, or cut slightly. [6 definitions]
snicker to laugh in a sly, partly suppressed way. [3 definitions]
snide insulting in a derisive way; maliciously sarcastic.
sniff to take in short, audible breaths of air through the nose. [7 definitions]
sniffle to sniff continually, usu. to relieve congestion caused by a cold or by weeping. [3 definitions]
sniffy disposed to sniff, as in contempt or arrogance; disdainful.
snifter a drinking glass with a narrow top and pear shape, used esp. for brandy and cognac.
snigger variant of snicker.
snip to cut or clip with short, quick strokes of shears, scissors, or the like. [6 definitions]
snipe any of a variety of wading birds with long bills for digging. [5 definitions]
sniper a soldier who shoots at enemy troops from a concealed position. [2 definitions]
snippet a small piece or part; bit; fragment.
snippy (informal) brief and impolite; curt.