Both Uses of
furtive
in
Obasan
- At sundown we scuttle into our holes like furtive creatures.
Chpt 14 *furtive = nervous about being seen
- Annie looked so pleased—throwing a furtive happy swift glance at me.†
Chpt 30
Definition:
taking pains to avoid being observed
or:
in a manner indicating nervousness (being cautious or appearing suspicious)
or:
in a manner indicating nervousness (being cautious or appearing suspicious)