The word “dash” is depicted with remarkable versatility, shifting effortlessly between meanings and functions. It frequently suggests sudden, vigorous motion or an impulsive, even aggressive, action—illustrated by the urge to strike in [1] and the frantic escape in [2]. At the same time, it softens into a delicate measure or a touch of something extra, as when a small quantity brightens a scene in [3] or hints at a subtle nuance in character as seen in [4]. Moreover, “dash” appears as a stylistic interruption in dialogue and narrative, lending a unique punctuation to expressions of exasperation or sudden resolve in [5] and [6].