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Gimmicks

Verb / ˈgɪmɪks / Another word for gimmicks — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A trick or device intended to attract attention, publicity, or business.

Synonyms & similar words

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Example sentences

  1. The magician used a lot of gimmicks in his show.
  2. The company's advertising gimmicks didn't work as well as they had hoped.
  3. The restaurant's gimmick was that all the food was served on miniature plates.
  4. The politician's speech was full of gimmicks to try to win over the audience.
  5. The toy store had a lot of gimmicky toys that didn't actually do much.

Quotes

  • "There are no gimmicks in chess." - Bobby Fischer
  • "The gimmicks of politics are many, and they are always successful in the end." - Henry Adams
  • "We're not the best because we're the oldest. We're the oldest because we're the best. We don't use gimmicks." - Oscar Mayer

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