Circuitous
Circuitous adjective - Not straightforward or direct.
Cagey and circuitous are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Cagey" instead an adjective "Circuitous".
Cagey
Cagey adjective - Clever at attaining one's ends by indirect and often deceptive means.
Usage example: a cagey old politician who is exceptionally skilled at getting federal money for his district
Circuitous and cagey are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Circuitous" instead an adjective "Cagey".
Nearby Word: cage
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