Miss a trick Meaning in English
expression
ˈmɪs/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈtɹɪk
MISS-uh-TRIK
mˈɪs/ /æɪ/ /tɹˈɪk
MISS-uh-TRIK
Definition
To fail to notice or take advantage of a good opportunity.
Usage & Nuances
This is an informal, idiomatic British English expression, often used when someone could have benefited but didn't realize it in time. Often heard as "don't miss a trick" (be always alert). Not related to magic tricks or deception.
Spanish: perder una oportunidadPortuguese (BR): perder uma oportunidadePortuguese (PT): perder uma oportunidadeChinese (Simplified): 错失良机 - 错过机会Chinese (Traditional): 錯失良機 - 錯過機會Hindi: मौका चूकनाArabic: يفوت فرصةBengali: একটা সুযোগ হাতছাড়া করা - কোনো সুযোগ মিস করাRussian: упустить возможность - упустить шансJapanese: チャンスを逃す - 機会を見逃すVietnamese: bỏ lỡ cơ hộiKorean: 기회를 놓치다Turkish: fırsatı kaçırmakUrdu: موقع کھو دینا - موقع ضائع کر دیناIndonesian: melewatkan kesempatan
Example Sentences
If you don't apply for that job, you'll miss a trick.
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She missed a trick by not investing in that company early.
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Don’t miss a trick—look for sales whenever you shop.
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You really missed a trick not asking him for advice—he’s an expert.
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Brands don’t miss a trick when it comes to social media—they’re everywhere.
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We can’t afford to miss a trick with this project—let’s pay close attention to every detail.
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