quick fix
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of quick fix
First recorded in 1965–70
Example Sentences
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That means that there will be no quick fix to the closure that has caused the worst oil supply shock in history—bad news for energy markets and for governments worldwide.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026
One Long Beach startup just raised $26 million for what it says is a quick fix for that problem.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026
But it's already clear that there is no quick fix.
From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026
Researchers caution that melatonin should not be treated as a quick fix for childhood sleep problems.
From Science Daily • Mar. 15, 2026
“Sorry, Emma, I think we’ve got to go with the quick fix today,” Mom said.
From "The Strangers" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
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