The term "thorax" is employed in a diverse range of literary contexts that span from precise scientific descriptions to evocative narrative imagery. In medical and anatomical writings, it is often detailed in relation to its physical boundaries, measurements, and functions—for instance, discussions about its relation to the diaphragm and various blood vessels highlight its clinical importance ([1],[2],[3],[4],[5]). Conversely, in literary and dramatic texts, "thorax" may serve as a vivid marker of injury or emotional intensity, appearing in accounts of physical trauma such as a lodged bullet ([6],[7],[8],[9]). Additionally, natural history and entomological works use the term to describe structural features in insects, demonstrating its adaptability across disciplines ([10],[11],[12]). This multifaceted use underscores the word’s capacity to convey both technical precision and rich, metaphorical meaning.