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Do the trick

🇬🇧 UK //duː ðə trɪk// 🇺🇸 US //du ðə trɪk//

Meaning of Do the trick

to successfully achieve the desired outcome or solution

In simple words: to work well or successfully

Do the trick in a sentence

• A little extra spice should really do the trick.
• I tried restarting my computer, and that did the trick.
• Sometimes, a simple apology can do the trick.
• If you add more sugar, it will definitely do the trick!
• This tactic may not always do the trick, but it's worth a shot.

How to use Do the trick

Use in informal contexts to suggest a solution. Avoid in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

do the trick + (for someone/something)

Memory hint

Imagine a magician saying 'I’ll do the trick!'

Related words

Collocations with Do the trick

• do the trick for
• do the trick with
• do the trick effectively
• do the trick quickly
• do the trick nicely

Synonyms for Do the trick

• work
• succeed
• function
• act
• perform

Opposites of Do the trick

• fail
• miss
• ineffectual

Common mistakes with Do the trick

• 'Do the tricks' — incorrect plural form used
• Confusing 'do the trick' with 'make it work'
• 'Do the trick for' — missing 'for' in usage

Frequently asked questions about Do the trick

What does Do the trick mean?

to work well or successfully

What is the definition of Do the trick?

to successfully achieve the desired outcome or solution

How do you use Do the trick in a sentence?

A little extra spice should really do the trick.

Can you give another example of Do the trick?

I tried restarting my computer, and that did the trick.

What are synonyms for Do the trick?

Common alternatives include work, succeed, function, act, perform.

What is the opposite of Do the trick?

Opposite meanings include fail, miss, ineffectual.

What words go with Do the trick?

It commonly pairs with do the trick for, do the trick with, do the trick effectively, do the trick quickly, do the trick nicely.

What are common mistakes when using Do the trick?

'Do the tricks' — incorrect plural form used Confusing 'do the trick' with 'make it work' 'Do the trick for' — missing 'for' in usage

How do you pronounce Do the trick?

US: //du ðə trɪk//, UK: //duː ðə trɪk//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Do the trick?

Use in informal contexts to suggest a solution. Avoid in formal writing.