skulk

动词 skulk:

1. lie in wait, lie in ambush, behave in a sneaky and secretive manner
   同义词：lurk
2. avoid responsibilities and duties, e.g., by pretending to be ill
   同义词：malinger
3. move stealthily

1. The burglar skulk behind the door when he hear someone talking.
   当窃贼听到有人谈话时即躲在门后。
2. I don't want reporters skulking around my house.
   我不愿看到记者在我家周围偷偷摸摸地走动。