presto

Example Sentences

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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, he poured the concoction into a muffin pan, placed it into the oven for a brief moment and, presto, out popped packs of cards bearing his image.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 16, 2023

They brought unexpected sensitivity to the punchy presto of the second movement.

From Washington Post • Dec. 10, 2022

I’d never seen him before and, seeing how I wasn’t in the mood for chitchat, I toured the store, hoping Hank would presto soon.

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx