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quick fix

noun

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

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Doug Haller Mike McDaniel’s offense underwhelms So much for a quick fix. — Doug Haller, New York Times, 13 Sep. 2026 It is treated as a quick fix for automation or a clever add-on that makes existing workflows smoother. — Tal Dagan, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2026 Utilizing micro stitches made of plastic, Stitchy offers a convenient solution for quick fixes without the need for traditional sewing. — ABC News, 4 Sep. 2026 But remember, this rebuild is an extended project as opposed to a quick fix. — Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 23 Aug. 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 16 Sep. 2026.

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