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To be a spy, first come up with a good disguise so you blend in with your environment, which will help you sneak around unnoticed. Then, locate your target and get as close as possible without being seen so you can eavesdrop and read their lips. If you're spotted, don't react or run away. Instead, casually exit the area until you're out of sight. Also, make sure you've thought of a believable lie in case you get caught! For more tips on being a spy, like how to sneak around without being seen, keep reading!