1. in a shrewd, careful, or cautious manner; with keen judgment and wariness

Examples

• She cannily avoided the trap by asking careful questions first.
• The investor cannily diversified his portfolio to minimize risk.
• He cannily negotiated the contract to secure better terms.
• The detective cannily observed every detail at the crime scene.
• She cannily saved money by shopping during sales.
• The politician cannily responded to the difficult question without committing to a position.