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