magic number

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Our magic number is fluid and unique to each of us.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

"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

Fourteen is the magic number, held by “All About Eve,” “Titanic” and “La La Land.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 19, 2026

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

From MarketWatch • Jan. 8, 2026

Ten thousand hours is the magic number of greatness.

From "Outliers" by Malcolm Gladwell