[Herself]

There is no mistaking "dry wit" for slyness. They are two entirely separate characteristics bearing no relation to each other at all.

I fully understand dry wit. I find it insulting when members of BB forums accuse others of not understanding dry wit as an excuse for justifying bad behaviour and cruelty towards others.

This is, however the first time I've heard anyone suggest that, dry wit can be mistaken for slyness. Some people should try a dictionary or thesaurus.