* The shadowy figure skulked through the alley, avoiding the flickering streetlights. (This sentence emphasizes the secretive and suspicious nature of the action.)
* The stray cat skulked around the dumpster, hoping to find a discarded scrap of food. (This sentence portrays the cat's stealthy and cautious movements.)
* After the party, the remaining guests skulked out one by one, avoiding any awkward farewells. (This sentence uses "skulk" to convey a sense of embarrassment or reluctance.)
The word "skulk" often implies a sense of secrecy, stealth, or even malicious intent.