The idiom "do the trick" is believed to have originated in the 18th century. It is thought to have been derived from the phrase "do the trick of the trade," which was used to describe a trick that a magician or illusionist would perform. The phrase eventually evolved into the more general "do the trick," which is now used to describe any action that achieves the desired result.

What is the origin of the idiom "do the trick" and when to use it?

Définition et signification de « do the trick » en anglais

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