just the thing

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: the thing that is most likely to be helpful : the best or perfect thing

I have just the thing for your hair.

He always does/says just the right thing to make me feel better.

Chicken soup is just the thing for a cold.

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Putting a swing in their step could be just the thing to help ease the symptoms of depression in some Parkinson's patients, a new study suggests. —

Maureen MacKey, Fox News, 26 Dec. 2024 That shift is just the thing to produce sound investing when the new investing cycle arrives. —

John S. Tobey, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024 Skip the Yankee Candle collection—unless cheesy, nostalgic candles are just the thing your home needs—and go for something elevated like this lavender scent housed in a decor-forward jar. —

Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 2 Dec. 2024 For those who want to enhance the experience with a delicious fragrance, this cherry-scented candle from Apotheke is just the thing. —

Carly Monardo, Bon Appétit, 3 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for just the thing

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