Silver Bullet.
English
idiom
A single simple solution to a very hard problem.
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A single simple solution to a very hard problem.
Trusted by1.5M+English learners & teachers worldwide
One simple fix that would solve a hard problem completely.
People usually say there is no silver bullet, meaning the problem is too complicated for one easy answer.
It is a kind way to lower someone's expectations without brushing them off.
"Quick Fix"
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A fast repair that won't last long
"A Magic Wand"
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An impossible power to fix things instantly
"Silver Bullet"
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One simple answer to a hard problem
Will hiring two more people solve the backlog?
It'll help, but it's not a silver bullet — the process itself is slow.
I've bought three apps to help me sleep better and nothing works.
There's no silver bullet for sleep. Try a fixed bedtime for two weeks.
They say the new bus route will solve the city's traffic.
One route isn't a silver bullet, but it's a reasonable place to start.
