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be just the ticket



VERB
hit the spot
Synonyms


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The public art program acts as “a way that we can bring in people who may not be just the ticket goers or the VIP,” said Christine Messineo, Frieze’s director of Americas.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2026

Jack Dempsey hasn't played a whole pile of rugby but his carrying and his intensity might be just the ticket to get Scotland over the line.

From BBC • Jan. 31, 2025

So hiking, diving, caving and other activities on secluded volcanic islands 900 or so miles from the rest of Europe seemed to be just the ticket.

From Washington Post • Sep. 9, 2022

Nonetheless, a midday solo excursion or a teatime rendezvous for one might be just the ticket.

From New York Times • Jun. 25, 2021

"For me they will be just the ticket," declared Kendrick.

From Fair Harbor by Lincoln, Joseph Crosby




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