magic wand
Britishnoun
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a thin rod brandished by a conjuror in peforming magic tricks
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any seemingly magical solution to a difficult problem
there is no magic wand for us to fix it
Example Sentences
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You can’t wave a magic wand and get it done.
From Salon • May 1, 2026
The good and bad news is there’s no magic wand, as that means the answers are accessible to you too.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 29, 2026
"We are bending backwards to help but we don't have a magic wand," she said, calling on African governments to help with tax breaks and investments of their own.
From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026
But the idea of waving a magic wand and getting rid of it all, was met with mixed reactions.
From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026
Then he flicks his hand, miming a magic wand.
From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein
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