Finagled

/fɪˈneɪɡəld/ verb

Definition

Past tense of finagle; succeeded in obtaining something through cunning manipulation, clever tricks, or deceptive means.

Etymology

Past tense of finagle. Used in everyday English since the mid-20th century to describe completed acts of clever scheming or manipulation.

Kelly Says

When you finagled your way into the concert or out of trouble, you used your wits and charm to bend the rules without technically breaking them!

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