Legerdemain

lej-er-də-MAYN (/ˌlɛdʒərdəˈmeɪn/)

sleight of hand; deft, almost magical skill.

“Few pop songs show such musical legerdemain — George Michael writing, producing and performing every layer of ‘Last Christmas’ alone.”

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a name or title.

dull in colour, especially dark or gloomy.

the acceptance of something without protest.

a feeling of amazement or admiration, caused by something surprising.

brave and persistent in facing challenges.

great pleasure or delight.