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Meaning of box of tricks | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C1

Definitions

  1. A box, suitcase, etc., used by a magician to carry stage paraphernalia.
  2. Anything used to perform a specific task or achieve a particular goal; the means or apparatus used to accomplish something.
  3. A crafty person.

Examples

“Uncle Sam has found his box of tricks heavy, and is having a whiff before going on with his white man's burden to the end.”
“"You damned, canting, hypocritical box-of-tricks. I'll be even with you yet." The heavy door slammed behind him.”

CEFR level

C1
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This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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