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Sneaked vs. Snuck 

alternative spellingspast tense
"Sneaked" vs. "Snuck" in the English Grammar

What Is Their Main Difference?

Both are past tenses of the verb 'sneak'. However, 'sneaked' is used when the verb is considered a regular one, whereas, 'snuck' is used when the verb is considered an irregular one.

Differences

'Sneaked' is used when the verb is in the category of regular verbs, while, 'snuck' is used when the verb is in the category of irregular verbs. Look at the following examples:

Example

The boys sneaked into the theater without much difficulty.

He snuck into the bathroom quietly.

Similarities

They are both past tenses of the verb 'sneak'. Look below:

Example

Pink Panther sneaked into the officer's room.

The maiden sneaked into the Queen's chamber and stole her letters.

Are They Interchangeable?

Native speakers use them interchangeable. Compare:

Example

✓ Harry Potter and his friend sneaked off into the jungle after Lord Voldemort disappeared.

✓ Harry Potter and his friend snuck off into the jungle after Lord Voldemort disappeared.

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