work (one's) magic

work (one's) magic

To use one's unique talents or charm to obtain a desired thing or outcome. I never thought the boss would approve our business trip, but Sam worked her magic, and now, we're off to Denver! Whenever I can't get my car running, I have my dad come over and work his magic on the engine.
See also: magic, work
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • weave (one's) magic
  • weave your magic
  • wove
  • (one's) cake is dough
  • under control
  • punch below (one's) weight
  • hit below (one's) weight
  • punch above (one's) weight
  • punch above/below your weight
  • hit above (one's) weight