Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
do-the-trick
phrase
/duː ðə trɪk/
Definition
to be effective or successful in achieving a desired result
Examples
- Using a little vinegar will do the trick for removing hard water stains.
- If you’re feeling tired, a quick nap can do the trick.
- Sometimes a simple smile can do the trick when you need to cheer someone up.
Meaning
This phrase is used to indicate that a particular action or item will resolve a problem or fulfill a need. For instance, if someone suggests a solution to an issue and believes it will work, they may say that it will ‘do the trick.’
Synonyms
- solve the issue
- be effective
- work
- serve the purpose
