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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

sleight

/ˈsleɪt/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does sleight mean?

noun, verb

A skillful trick or deception; a clever or cunning action. A sleight of hand is a quick and skillful movement of the hands, especially to deceive or cheat.

Example

"The magician's sleight of hand was so quick that the audience couldn't see how he did it."

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