intransitive. Of a thing, system, etc.: to perform a function, operate, esp. in a specified manner. Of a plan, scheme, etc.: to have a specified…

intransitive. To have force or efficacy for the accomplishment of a purpose; to be effectual, serviceable, or of use; to afford help.

intransitive. Probably: to be effective, succeed. Obsolete.

intransitive. To be effectual or efficacious; to be successful; to succeed. Now rare except as passing into sense 3a.

to hit the mark (also nail, needle, pin); to hit the nail upon (or on) the head, usually figurative.

intransitive. To have an effect, be effectual; to accomplish its purpose. Obsolete.

intransitive. Chiefly in negative constructions. To bring about or give satisfaction or contentment; to be considered satisfactory, to meet one's…

to tickle it: (?) to bring to an agreeable end; to ensure a satisfactory result. Obsolete.

intransitive. Of an action, plan, etc.: to have the intended effect; to turn out well; to succeed. Cf. sense 8d.

absol. or intransitive. Of a thing: To perform its functions, ‘work’. Obsolete.

Of things (in non-material or moral relations): Power to influence, affect, or control (esp. men in their actions, sentiments, etc.). to have force (t…

intransitive. To satisfy requirements, to serve the purpose. Also with adverbial: to turn out in a specified manner.

To take effect, succeed; to be accomplished or realized. Obsolete.

to do the trick, to accomplish one's purpose, do what is wanted; also (chiefly U.S.) to turn the trick.

colloquial (originally U.S.). to hit (also go to, touch,etc.) the spot: (esp. of food or drink) to be exactly what is required, to satisfy perfectly.

To bring into being or existence. intransitive. slang. To produce or come up with the goods, money, or results.

to press (also push) the button: to initiate a process or undertaking; to set something in progress, esp. so as to bring about a particular…

intransitive. Originally U.S. To act as desired or expected; to provide required information, money, support, etc.

to do the trick, to accomplish one's purpose, do what is wanted; also (chiefly U.S.) to turn the trick.

to make a (also the) point: to put forward a proposition; to contribute a pertinent or noteworthy comment; to prove a contention; (gen.) to attain an…