miss a trick

miss a trick

Fig. to miss an opportunity or chance. (*Typically with the negative.) She hardly ever misses a trick. Mr. Big never misses a trick. How did a smart guy like you miss a trick like that?

See also: miss, trick

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not miss a trick

to not fail to notice and use a good opportunity You can rely on Sarah to get what she wants, she never misses a trick.

See also: miss, trick