Both Uses of
furtive
in
Harry Potter (#4) and the Goblet of Fire
- Some, with furtive looks around them, conjured fires with their wands; others were striking matches with dubious looks on their faces, as though sure this couldn't work.†
Chpt 7
- Harry and Ron grinned at Hagrid, who gave them a furtive smile from behind his bushy beard.
Chpt 13 *furtive = intended not to be seen (except by Harry and Ron)
Definition:
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(furtive) taking pains to avoid being observed
or:
in a manner indicating nervousness (being cautious or appearing suspicious)