6
cringeworthy
6
elusive(adjective, mean, smooth, smart, false)
6
iffy(noun, adjective, delicate, uncertain, sensitive)
6
indirect(adjective, false, dishonest, cunning, deceitful)
6
inextricable
6
knavish
6
knowing(adjective, understanding, keen, sharp, fine)
6
mischievous(adjective, mean, smooth, wicked, cunning)
6
perilous(adjective, difficult, delicate, rude, uncertain)
6
rocky(adjective, difficult, delicate, uncertain, awkward)
6
serpentine(adjective, false, cunning, misleading, illusory)
6
tortuous(adjective, difficult, complex, sophisticated, involved)
6
undependable(adjective, difficult, delicate, false, awkward)
5
debatable(adjective, sticky, challenging)
5
delusive(adjective, mean, smooth, wrong, smart)
5
demanding(adjective, tough, difficult, awkward, painful)
5
dubious(adjective, weak, delicate, loose, uncertain)
5
formidable(adjective, hard, tough, difficult, complex)
5
insincere(adjective, false, dishonest, cunning, deceitful)
5
intelligent(adjective, sharp, smart, cunning, deceitful)
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