Meaning of underhanding | Babel Free

Definitions

Devious; passive-aggressive.

Examples

“Maybe during the first session we can try⟳ to size up the type⟳ of anger problem she has: exploding? underhanding? somatizing?”

“In holier ways that honor and bless with peace and happiness, passing the understanding of ghost whisperers 'tall', under-handing utterances of -- disquieting anxieties, invading love's sanctuary.”

“The third passive type⟳ of anger is called underhanding. It's the least obvious type⟳ but nevertheless very destructive and harmful. It involves using sarcasm, gossip, teasing, sharing secrets, pouting, or obstructive acts such as forgetting to give⟳ someone a message or sabotaging group efforts.”

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