do the trick

phrase

: to produce a desired result

Examples of do the trick in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The hope is that this version from McBride, known for his singular voice on shows like East Bound and Down and Righteous Gemstones as well as the recent Halloween movies, can do the trick. — Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 6 Nov. 2026

Kiwis That cute, squishy green fruit known as a kiwi may do the trick for better sleep. — Vanessa Caceres, Verywell Health, 26 Oct. 2026

Meaning while its performance numbers may not draw in huge crowds, its sheer exclusivity might just do the trick. — New Atlas, 16 Oct. 2026

For investors willing to squeeze a little more yield without ramping up duration, short-term bond funds might do the trick. — Darla Mercado, Cfp®, CNBC, 15 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1812, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for do the trick

• actinic
• agnatic
• bailiwick
• bolshevik
• candlestick
• deontic
• firebrick
• herpetic
• judaic
• lunatic
• menshevik
• orthotic