"Sleight" is employed in literature both as a descriptor for deft physical maneuvers—often in the context of magic or card tricks—and as a metaphor for cunning or subtle manipulation. Authors use the term to evoke the artful dexterity of magicians, as when a character displays rapid, well-honed tricks that depend on misdirection rather than mere speed [1, 2, 3]. At the same time, the word extends beyond physical performance to capture the essence of crafty strategy or deceptive skill, as seen when it personifies qualities like guile and trickery in characters or even in the operation of broader schemes [4, 5, 6, 7]. Whether referring to tangible sleight-of-hand techniques or used metaphorically to suggest hidden, artful stratagems, "sleight" enriches narrative tone by linking physical skill with the subtleties of deceit and clever maneuvering [8, 9, 10].