work wonders

Idioms and Phrases

Succeed, produce a good outcome, as in The new coat of paint works wonders with this bedroom , or The physical therapy has worked wonders with these patients . Literally meaning “perform miracles,” this term has been used somewhat more loosely since the 1700s. Also see work like a charm .

Example Sentences

The dried fruit character and intensity of a nice Px can work wonders with this combination.

From The Daily Beast

Science and system work wonders in the home, as well as in the office of the business man.

From Project Gutenberg

Monte Carlo is a veritable bit of paradise so far as nature and art can work wonders.

From Project Gutenberg

Sally was the best cook in Brockton any day, but on Thanksgiving she could work wonders.

From Project Gutenberg

My affairs just now are in such a critical condition that I must, with God's help, work wonders, or perish on the battle-field.

From Project Gutenberg

Exercise, in moderation, along these lines will work wonders for you.

From Project Gutenberg