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Midas touch

NOUN
golden touch
Synonyms
WEAK
philosophers' stone

Example Sentences

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After masterminding surprise wins over Manchester City and Premier League leaders Arsenal, this remarkable encounter suggested former United midfielder Carrick might have the Midas touch.

From Barron's • Feb. 1, 2026

Brian Redban, co-owner of Sunset Strip ATX, comedian, podcaster, and producer of “JRE” and hit shows like “Kill Tony” and “Secret Show,” quite literally has the Midas touch.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 30, 2024

The D-backs were cursed with a reverse Midas touch.

From Washington Times • Oct. 25, 2023

Wiegman had the Midas touch whereas Vilda had the minus touch, mysteriously removing goalscorer Gonzalez, actually puncturing Spain's attacking impetus.

From BBC • Jul. 20, 2022

Each sly Sangrado, with his poisonous pill, Flies to the printer's devil with his bill, Whose Midas touch can gild his ass's ears, And load a knave with folly's rich arrears.

From Rejected Addresses by Smith, James