do the trick
Example Sentences
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Economists believe the U.S. only needs to add 50,000 jobs a month — or even less — to do the trick.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026
These days, being a limelight-seeking senator, swing-state governor, or New York City real estate developer who used to host a reality TV show can do the trick.
From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026
The state’s plan to fix things—including approving big rate increases to spur insurers to compete for customers—has so far failed to do the trick.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 22, 2026
Even slower growth than expected could do the trick, he said.
From Barron's • Jan. 15, 2026
Maybe two in one day would do the trick.
From "Wish" by Barbara O'Connor
