sleight

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Recent Examples of sleight Spending more time with these two main characters as people and not pieces in a shifting sleight-of-hand exercise might give the strong performances a chance to assert themselves more. Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Apr. 2023 That's when the Wildcats caught fire from outside, thanks to Nowell's sleight-of-hand passing that kept MSU defenders guessing. Chris Solari, Detroit Free Press, 24 Mar. 2023 In Gustafson’s version of a play commonly called a fumblerooski, sleight-of-hand was only half the trick. Dallas News, 18 Aug. 2022 Whatever its relevance, that passage can stand as a fascinating exposé of a supposedly gifted medium as nothing more than a sleight-of-hand artist. Dennis Drabelle, Washington Post, 1 July 2022 See All Example Sentences for sleight
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sleight
Noun
  • Can Charity, who is not exactly mentally stable, maintain the ruse forever?
    Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 2 May 2025
  • Despite multiple interviews, background checks, and reference calls, the ruse held until malware activity triggered an alert.
    Alonzo Martinez, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • More recently, Quakers sued the federal government this year over federal immigration agents’ ability to make arrests at houses of worship.
    Luis Andres Henao, Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2025
  • Far more recently, Quakers sued the federal government earlier this year over immigration agents' ability to make arrests at houses of worship.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 11 May 2025
Noun
  • But each platform brings moving goal posts: ever-changing algorithms, unique content requirements and operational demands, requiring agility and evolving teams.
    Dani Nadel, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025
  • They are known for their agility, curiosity, and intelligence and often inhabit jungle areas near resorts.
    Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 May 2025
Noun
  • Hometown’s stock price rose by more than 900% during the scheme.
    Dan Mangan, CNBC, 13 May 2025
  • In 2021 and 2022, Robinson received about $76,000 through the bogus billing scheme, according to prosecutors.
    Douglas Hanks, Miami Herald, 13 May 2025
Noun
  • Listen to this article While Universal is known for crafting compelling movies that transport people to faraway worlds, the company has also developed its prowess in making those come to life through its captivating theme parks.
    Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 May 2025
  • The company leaned into its background and prowess as a tech company.
    Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 14 May 2025
Noun
  • Rea allowed one run over 5 1/3 innings, improving to 4-0 with another no-flash performance that did the trick.
    Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 19 May 2025
  • Label tricks, regional cues and color considerations for better picking at the wine shop.
    Rachel King, Forbes.com, 17 May 2025
Noun
  • The literary character and his team combine their talents to investigate the root causes of patients' dilemmas, with each episode mixing medical and mystery.
    Christopher Rudolph, People.com, 12 May 2025
  • Either way, landing this pick is their best chance to add another high-level talent to their current core.
    Bryan Toporek, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025
Noun
  • The highest tier, which is $20.99 a month, includes the ability to stream on four devices and offers 4K Ultra HD video quality and 100 downloads.
    Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 16 May 2025
  • After Cecilie reported Oscar, the police went to the Hoffmanns' house to seize the devices Oscar had access to.
    Isadora Wandermurem, Time, 16 May 2025

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“Sleight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sleight. Accessed 22 May. 2025.

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