Sneak In & Sneak Out
sneak in
= to purposely go inside a place without anyone seeing or hearing
*Important Note: The past tense of “sneak” is both “sneaked” or “snuck.” Generally, British people say “sneaked,” while Americans say “snuck.”
Ex: The robber “snuck in” the bank and stole the money.
Ex: Ninjas were famous for their ability to “sneak into” buildings.
sneak out
= to purposely go outside a place without anyone seeing or hearing.
Ex: Her parents said she couldn’t go anywhere, but she didn’t listen and “sneaked out” later that night.
Ex: The prisoners “snuck out” of the prison.
Sneak something in/out
= to carry an object in or out a place it is not allowed.
Ex: My friend “snuck some marijuana into” the concert.
Ex: The girl “snuck in” alcohol to the high school dance.
