Definitions

magic number

NOUN

secret

Synonyms

STRONGEST

code confidential information key mystery

STRONG

cipher confidence enigma formula occult oracle password puzzle unknown

WEAK

classified information privileged information skeleton in cupboard

Antonyms

WEAK

known public knowledge revelation

Example Sentences

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"But with so much at stake and shareholders to appease, it seems ultimately the magic number couldn't be found, at least not right now," she added.

From Barron's • Feb. 5, 2026

You may start a trend among wealthy parents, making $76,000 the magic number.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 8, 2026

Tyrrell Hatton's tie with Collin Morikawa eventually meant Europe withstood a stunning US fightback to reach the magic number of 14 and a half points.

From BBC • Dec. 23, 2025

The magic number: For Bierbaum, $20 is the magic number, a price where customers don’t think twice when they buy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 6, 2025

To conquer Spassky and become World Champion, he’d always needed to collect 12½ points, and a win would get him to that magic number.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady

magic number

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