tricky

[ˈtrɪki]

tricky Definition

  • 1needing careful handling because of being difficult or complicated
  • 2deceitful; dishonest

Using tricky: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "tricky" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The exam was tricky, with many unexpected questions.

  • Example

    It's a tricky situation, and we need to handle it carefully.

  • Example

    She has a tricky personality, and you can never tell what she's thinking.

  • Example

    The tricky salesman managed to sell me a faulty product.

tricky Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using tricky

  • a difficult or complicated problem or situation

    Example

    This project is a tricky one, and we need to come up with a creative solution.

  • play a tricky game

    to behave in a deceitful or dishonest way

    Example

    The politician played a tricky game, making promises he knew he couldn't keep.

  • a person who is difficult to deal with or please

    Example

    The new boss is a tricky customer, and it's hard to know what he wants.

Phrases with tricky

  • a question that is difficult to answer or understand

    Example

    He asked me a tricky question about quantum physics, and I had no idea how to respond.

  • a difficult or complicated situation that requires careful handling

    Example

    The company is in a tricky situation, with declining profits and increasing competition.

  • a difficult or demanding customer who is hard to please

    Example

    Dealing with tricky customers is part of the job, but it can be very stressful.

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Summary: tricky in Brief

The term 'tricky' [ˈtrɪki] refers to situations or problems that are difficult or complicated, requiring careful handling. It can also denote deceitful or dishonest behavior, as in 'The tricky salesman managed to sell me a faulty product.' Phrases like 'tricky question' and 'tricky situation' exemplify its use in specific contexts, while idioms like 'play a tricky game' and 'a tricky customer' extend its meaning to dishonesty and difficult personalities.

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