cure-all

noun

ˈkyu̇r-ˌȯl How to pronounce cure-all (audio)
ˈkyər-
: a remedy for all ills : panacea

Examples of cure-all in a Sentence

raising a young person's self-esteem is not the cure-all that some people think
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Recently, the chemical has gained popularity among wellness influencers on TikTok and biohackers as a brain health cure-all, mood and energy booster, and longevity promoter. Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 12 May 2025 The team doesn’t expect Lewis to be a cure-all for its offensive woes, but his mere presence does wonders simply by expanding the amount of dangerous hitters in the lineup. Dan Hayes, New York Times, 7 May 2025 But experts actually suggest treading lightly against viewing this method as a cure-all. Alex Backus, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 May 2025 Lifestyle and behavioral solutions Because there isn’t one cure-all for IC/BPS (and treatment can be invasive—more later), it’s long been standard for doctors to focus on lifestyle first, often handing patients a list of potentially bladder-irritating foods and drinks to avoid. Erica Sloan, SELF, 16 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for cure-all

Word History

First Known Use

1801, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of cure-all was in 1801

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“Cure-all.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cure-all. Accessed 20 May. 2025.

Kids Definition

cure-all

noun
ˈkyu̇(ə)r-ˌȯl
: a remedy for everything wrong
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