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Not desirous of meeting his Maker in the middle of a poker game, Doc Holiday ______ placed an ace inside his vest as Bat Masterson shuffled the remaining cards.
A. suspiciously
B. coyly
C. overtly
D. furtively
E. brazenly
Correct Answer: D
Explanation/Reference:
Explanation:
Clearly, we’re looking for a word that suggests not drawing attention to oneself or causing a distraction away from the shuffling. Choice B, "coyly," might look like a possibility, but there is nothing shy or pretending shyness about hiding an acein your vest opposite Bat Masterson. Choice D, "furtively," which means slyly or secretly done is the best choice.
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