trick

Example Sentences

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These days, being a limelight-seeking senator, swing-state governor, or New York City real estate developer who used to host a reality TV show can do the trick.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

Slade then poached a loose pass from Munster's Alex Nankivell before racing through under the posts, and Rigg repeated the trick after visiting full-back Ben O'Connor virtually handed him the ball.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Some guests might expect the beds to look exactly like they do in the photos, and I don’t want to trick anyone or break any agreements with Airbnb.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

It’s almost a magic trick that, after his delirious first hour, Lapid has an entirely different emotional register in store.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

“I didn’t get one. Maybe she’s just playing a trick on you—remember, she wanted to rewrite that letter on Saturday, to make it a better prank.”

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix