
Work/perform miracles
Hyperbolic Nature
The phrase is often used to exaggerate someone's skills or effort in a challenging situation.
Our team was losing badly, but our coach worked miracles at halftime.
Figurative Usage
The phrase is not meant to be taken literally; it's used metaphorically to express admiration.
She worked miracles with the small budget she had for the event.
Cultural Sensitivity
The expression could be culturally sensitive as it may reference religious miracles to some individuals.
He's a great mechanic but saying he works miracles might be a bit much for some.
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