open sesame

noun

Meaning

Any successful means of achieving a result, especially means that are magical or technical, or otherwise beyond the understanding of most people.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

silver bullet(English)magic word(English)magic touch(English)magic sauce(English)success(English)master key(English)miracle(English)lightning in a bottle(English)

Descendant words

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Sources

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