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presto

[pres-toh] / ˈprɛs toʊ /


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The Napoli midfielder with the Midas Touch probably just waved his hand over his stomach and, hey presto, he was healed.

From BBC • Jun. 13, 2026

Whenever this occurred, I would simply read a passage or two from his book and presto, I was back in the game with every no becoming a yes!

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 17, 2026

Then, presto — all that data appeared on the Android.

From New York Times • Apr. 3, 2024

Then, presto, change-o — you got an instant hit.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 21, 2023

I’d have to find a way to tell Katie about Connie’s committee and the presentation and, presto, she’d probably volunteer to help me out with that, too.

From "Liar, Liar" by Gary Paulsen




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