Literary notes about STAB (AI summary)
The word "stab" in literature operates on multiple levels—sometimes depicting a brutal, physical act and at other times serving as a metaphor for emotional pain or betrayal. In many narratives, it describes lethally precise acts of violence, as when Doyle’s description in [1] leaves no doubt about the violence inflicted, or when characters in classical adventures confront deadly foes with a knife thrust, as seen in [2]. Simultaneously, authors employ the term metaphorically to capture sudden emotional hurt or the treachery of a backstab, evoking feelings of shock and vulnerability, much like the poignant, internal “stab” felt in moments of despair or betrayal in [3] or the subtle anxiety of mistrust hinted at in [4]. This dual usage enriches the literary texture, allowing authors to seamlessly blend the literal with the figurative in their storytelling.