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trick

[trik] / trɪk /




NOUN
time working at something
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For example, trick roping performed by horse riders that don’t actually lasso animals or choreographed riding to music are not included in the ban.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Bielsa's time away from football appeared to do the trick as he would return to management seemingly refreshed and rejuvenated.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

Economists believe the U.S. only needs to add 50,000 jobs a month — or even less — to do the trick.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

But it turned out that general manager Les Snead had yet another trick up his sleeve.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

On Friday morning, Jeremy began to wonder if the milk trick was still working.

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville




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