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as in ruse
a clever often underhanded means to achieve an end
must have employed some sophisticated sleight to con that wary couple out of their money
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as in ability
mental skill or quickness
a brilliant new theory that pays tribute to his remarkable sleight of mind
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as in agility
ease and grace in physical activity
a muscle-bound weight lifter known more for his might than his sleight
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Recent Examples of sleight
From sleight-of-hand tricks to daring stunts, the afternoon is designed to keep the laughs and gasps coming.
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Tiffani Jackson Skinner, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Sep. 2025
The knotty matter of Peacemaker‘s place in James Gunn and Peter Safran’s new, Justice League-less DCU was addressed even before Thursday’s Season 2 premiere actually got underway, through the use some editing sleight-of-hand.
—Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 21 Aug. 2025
What to expect A pre-show lounge will open the event with signature cocktails and sleight-of-hand magicians and mentalists mingling through the crowd.
—Charlotte Observer, 4 Aug. 2025
Heading into a 12-game sleight tonight, with the two current favorites hitting the ice, here is where the odds for the award currently stand.
—Tyler Small, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2024
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Tiffani Jackson Skinner, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Sep. 2025
The knotty matter of Peacemaker‘s place in James Gunn and Peter Safran’s new, Justice League-less DCU was addressed even before Thursday’s Season 2 premiere actually got underway, through the use some editing sleight-of-hand.
—Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 21 Aug. 2025
What to expect A pre-show lounge will open the event with signature cocktails and sleight-of-hand magicians and mentalists mingling through the crowd.
—Charlotte Observer, 4 Aug. 2025
Heading into a 12-game sleight tonight, with the two current favorites hitting the ice, here is where the odds for the award currently stand.
—Tyler Small, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sleight
Noun
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Because telling Starfleet that the Furies are part Lynar, and particularly susceptible to high sonic frequencies, is just an ingenious ruse.—
Richard Edwards,
Space.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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Kenton County Commonwealth's Attorney Rob Sanders said at trial that the custody exchange on the day of the shooting was a ruse for Payne to talk his way back into Lane's life.—
Quinlan Bentley,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
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In September, audio emerged of Canada’s Minister of Public Safety Gary Anandasangaree, the official responsible for implementing the legislation, questioning the ability of police departments to enforce the buyback.—
Max Saltman,
CNN Money,
15 Feb. 2026
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My work in the Texas Legislature and a Dallas Councilmember equips me with the understanding of how government works and the ability to deliver to my constituents.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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Also planned are an 8- to-10-foot-wide synthetic turf strip, hose bibs, drinking fountains, boulders and log agility features.—
Elizabeth Marie Himchak,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Feb. 2026
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Experts highlight that the action showcases its advanced balance, coordination, and dynamic motion capabilities, pushing humanoid robotics closer to real-world agility and dynamic combat-style movement.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Feb. 2026
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Seven of the 12 finalists fell in their first run in snowy conditions, which made landing tricks more of a challenge.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
13 Feb. 2026
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Van Der Beek, twisting his remarkable life into a piece of comedy, pulled the same kind of trick.—
Megan Garber,
The Atlantic,
12 Feb. 2026
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This blend of folklore and physics effectively turned a cultural holiday into a showcase for national industrial prowess.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Feb. 2026
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The California native broke onto the scene with her technical prowess at age 12 in 2018, becoming the youngest skater to land a triple Axel in international competition.—
Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
17 Feb. 2026
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Those affected by the scheme can visit Agridime’s website to see how the company is handling investors’ claims.—
Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Feb. 2026
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Jane Doe alleged that in 2013, Epstein’s associates directed her to open a Bank of America account as part of a scheme to deceive immigration officials.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Feb. 2026
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The World team was loaded with talent, but NBA scoring leader Luka Doncic and three-time MVP Nikola Jokic both sat out its second game, likely to preserve the health of two superstars who have struggled with injury in the past month.—
Greg Beacham,
Twin Cities,
16 Feb. 2026
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Over the past 10 years, Hüller has built an international reputation as a major talent, most notably in the films Toni Erdmann, The Zone of Interest and Anatomy of a Fall, the latter earning her an Oscar nomination for best actress.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Feb. 2026
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The devices are set to broadcast continuously at 457 kHz.—
Ramon Padilla,
USA Today,
19 Feb. 2026
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The film explores the complicated colonial history of Puerto Rico through Western/historical drama storytelling devices.—
Carlos De Loera,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Sleight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sleight. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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