quick fix

noun

Synonyms of quick fixnext
: an expedient usually temporary or inadequate solution to a problem

Examples of quick fix in a Sentence

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Would this one quick fix solve the housing crisis? Fred P. Hochberg, Boston Herald, 21 Jan. 2026 Unfortunately, there is no quick fix for a bad credit score. Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 21 Jan. 2026 Clinics that clearly explain timelines, graft strategy, hairline design, and long-term follow-up tend to set more realistic expectations, helping patients make informed decisions rather than chasing quick fixes. Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 20 Jan. 2026 Yet as is the case with most social media trends that promise quick fixes for your health and well-being, this one’s best approached with caution. Michele Ross, SELF, 20 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for quick fix

Word History

First Known Use

1966, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of quick fix was in 1966

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“Quick fix.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quick%20fix. Accessed 25 Jan. 2026.

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