silver bullet

American  

noun

1. a quick solution to a difficult problem.

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Etymology

Origin of silver bullet

First recorded in 1930–35; from the belief that supernatural beings, as werewolves, can be killed with a silver bullet

Example Sentences

The head of Europe's video game rating system, PEGI, has warned against supposed "silver bullet" child protection solutions such as age verification, in an interview with AFP.

From Barron's

But it warned that industrial policy isn’t a “silver bullet” that guarantees growth without any other action.

From The Wall Street Journal

At the heart of that debate is a bigger question: Is AI a tool—a silver bullet to answer hard questions or find new efficiencies?

From The Wall Street Journal

South Korean filmmakers generally accept generative AI as an unstoppable trend, if not a silver bullet that could save an industry beleaguered by rising costs.

From BBC

While directionally positive, these deals are hardly a silver bullet for faster exports growth and won't substitute for deeper trade reform, say experts.

From BBC