magic number
Example Sentences
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The “magic number” that Americans think they need to retire comfortably totaled $1.26 million, according to a study earlier this year from Northwestern Mutual.
From MarketWatch
After ending their embarrassing Test losing streak at 18 in Japan last summer, 12 is the magic number for Wales when they host the Brave Blossoms in Cardiff.
From BBC
Read: Amazon’s stock comeback hinges on AWS hitting this magic number.
From MarketWatch
There are the parents who want to know what the “magic number” is to donate to guarantee admission.
In a 5-4 extra-innings win over the Arizona Diamondbacks that lowered their magic number to clinch the National League West to one, the Dodgers again squandered a late-game lead when their traditional relievers faltered.
From Los Angeles Times
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