do with mirrors

The phrase "do with mirrors" is often used humorously to suggest that something was achieved through trickery or illusion, particularly with mirrors.

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Definition

C1Magic

(humorous, idiomatic)To create an illusion or trick using reflective surfaces.

Example

  • The magician claimed he could make the elephant disappear, but we all knew he did it with mirrors.

C1General

(humorous, idiomatic)To achieve something impressive through clever or deceptive means.

Example

  • When asked how he managed to finish the project so quickly, he just laughed and said he did it with mirrors.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "do with mirrors":

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