Across literature, the term "bolt" is remarkably versatile, serving both literal and metaphorical purposes. In some contexts, it refers to a physical fastening mechanism—a door bolt or lock—that secures spaces and symbolizes containment or separation, as seen when a door’s bolt is drawn to either confine or free a character ([1], [2], [3]). In other instances, "bolt" describes a swift, sudden action; characters are portrayed sitting bolt upright in surprise or fear, or they might "bolt" away like an arrow, suggesting rapid movement and urgency ([4], [5], [6], [7]). Additionally, the word invokes the formidable imagery of a thunder-bolt, a symbol of nature's might and unpredictable force, enriching narratives with a sense of divine power or impending doom ([8], [9], [10]). Such usage illustrates the word’s rich capacity to convey both physical security and dynamic motion within literary texts.