trick of the/one's trade

phrase

: a quick or clever way of doing something that one has learned usually as part of one's job
a mystery writer who knows all the tricks of his trade

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Veken 6-set of Packing Cubes Another trick of the trade for maximizing packing space is using packing cubes. Jackie Cucco, Travel + Leisure, 22 Nov. 2025 For most singers, switching up lyrics is a trick of the trade. Edward Segarra, USA Today, 1 Oct. 2025 Their first trick of the trade is skipping the traditional plate hangers with metal arms. Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 10 Aug. 2025 Another trick of the trade Torres swears by is the addition of powdered milk and a teaspoon of cornstarch. Amber Love Bond, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025 Veken 6 Set of Packing Cubes Another trick of the trade to maximize packing space is utilizing packing cubes. Jackie Cucco, Travel + Leisure, 10 Nov. 2023

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“Trick of the/one's trade.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/trick%20of%20the%2Fone%27s%20trade. Accessed 21 Jul. 2026.

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