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Out of thin air

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Magic Analogies

Often used to describe events that happen so unexpectedly they seem magical or supernatural.

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The solution to the problem appeared out of thin air.
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No Trace

Implies that something has no clear origin or cause, making it surprising and sometimes shocking.

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A new challenger stepped out of thin air to compete.
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Emphasis on Suddenness

Stresses the lack of warning or preparation for the event or object that appears.

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I turned the corner and out of thin air, a parade appeared.
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