DO THE TRICK Synonyms: 48 Similar and Opposite Words

do the trick

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Definition of do the trick

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to turn out as planned or desired The suggested revisions did the trick, and the updated article was well-received.

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Recent Examples of do the trick If their Soshiotsuki somehow wasn’t enough to cement Emma D’Arcy as a true fashion player, then this sculptural Jil Sander suit certainly did the trick. — Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 7 Oct. 2026 As for application, the product dispenses from a cooling metal tip—yet another benefit for depuffing—and just a few dots do the trick. — Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 7 Oct. 2026 According to Shields, a deep clean once a week followed by a quick pass after every shower can do the trick. — Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2026 For Atlanta drivers, quality all-season tires should do the trick year-round. — Beth Livesay, AJC.com, 25 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for do the trick

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Frankel is nothing if not wise to her brand, and unflinchingly aware of how to deliver the goods to her audience.

— Kevin Dolak, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2026
Regardless, Braxton listeners with a fondness for his grittier, more compact work should find that Splayed Werks delivers the goods without feeling like a step back.

— Reed Jackson, SPIN, 24 Aug. 2026

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The effort, which didn’t bear fruit, has been a big drag on Netflix’s stock of late.

— Dade Hayes, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2026
That means the investment being made into the roster’s youngsters needs to bear fruit at some point in the final 12 games, producing a win.

— Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 18 Oct. 2026

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