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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
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.
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Tyler Small, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2024
What then is too much, when a sleight of the rational names plenty
as recursion in thickets, absent blaring data
and the insects vanish.
—Alice Gribbin, The New York Review of Books, 2 Nov. 2023
But her sleight of foot no doubt made for a livelier flight back to San Diego.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Aug. 2023
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
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Tyler Small, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2024
What then is too much, when a sleight of the rational names plenty
as recursion in thickets, absent blaring data
and the insects vanish.
—Alice Gribbin, The New York Review of Books, 2 Nov. 2023
But her sleight of foot no doubt made for a livelier flight back to San Diego.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Aug. 2023
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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sleight
Noun
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Police said McGriff employed the ruse to access the couple's Queens residence and then set it ablaze.—
Joshua Rhett Miller,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Sep. 2025
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McGriff allegedly tried the ruse at a nearby house first but was turned away, Tisch said.—
Mark Morales,
CNN Money,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The ability to generate mid-infrared light efficiently could also open new frontiers in chemical and environmental analysis.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
13 Sep. 2025
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And only recently, new large language models in artificial intelligence, such as ChatGPT, promise to greatly expand our ability to manipulate and employ enormous quantities of data.—
Alan Lightman
September 12,
Literary Hub,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The fans increased thrust, braking and maneuverability, allowing the tiny robot to dart and turn with striking agility.—
John Drake,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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This training approach enables the robot to perform with agility despite its compact design.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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So the real trick was creating a hue with blendability that people were willing to reapply.—
Megan McIntyre,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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The Luray Caverns feel almost magical—complete with musical instruments built into the walls, mirror-like lakes that play tricks on your eyes, and even a wishing well tucked into the underground pathways.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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While he may be known for his comedic prowess, his previous performances, such as in Requiem for a Dream and Respect, show the actor’s underrated versatility.—
Essence,
Essence,
18 Sep. 2025
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During a visit to Taiwan last month, Anduril founder Palmer Luckey hailed the island’s manufacturing capabilities and technological prowess.—
Wayne Chang,
CNN Money,
18 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Roberts and Robinson, who federal prosecutors say conducted the scheme over the course of five years, between 2018 and 2023, allegedly stole $900,000 from the court system.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
13 Sep. 2025
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Just look at the offense — more weapons, better scheme, more support.—
Dianna Russini,
New York Times,
13 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The Bronx Bombers could add talent in free agency, especially considering the Yankees might lose Cody Bellinger this winter.—
Zach Pressnell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
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Then the focus automatically becomes about engaging a diverse slate of talent that can evolve thinking and generate unconventional solutions.—
Heather V. MacArthur,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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The Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses come with the Meta Neural Band, an EMG wristband that allows users to control the device using hand gestures.—
Jonathan Vanian,
CNBC,
18 Sep. 2025
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However, Sony doesn’t skimp on the polling rate—the speed at which your device sends inputs to your PC—which peaks at 8,000Hz.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
18 Sep. 2025
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“Sleight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sleight. Accessed 19 Sep. 2025.
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