Common Everyday Phrases

do the trick

do one's homework

don't ask

Amy: (talking to herself) "That should do the trick! I have a present for everyone on my list. I even did my homework and found out what Mr. Johnson would like!"

Amy: (calling out as she enters the house) "Arthurrrr, I'm hooooome!"

Arthur: "Amy, I was getting a little worried. I finished watching two football games and you STILL weren't home! Did you get all your shopping done?" (Amy nods her head "yes".) "How much did you spend?"

Amy: "Don't ask! Just plan on peanut butter and jelly sandwiches for dinner every night in January while I pay off the credit cards!"

do the trick
create something good; succeed

do one's homework
do some research behind the scenes

don't ask
a phrase used when the speaker wants to avoid answering a question

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