do the job

do the job

To serve a particular purpose satisfactorily. A broom would really do the job here, but we'll have to make do without it. Go get me a stapler—tape won't do the job with a tear this big.See also: job

do the ˈjob/ˈtrick

(informal) do what is needed or wanted: These pills should do the job. You’ll feel better in no time. ♢ I tried many different ways to stop smoking. Acupuncture finally did the trick.See also: job, trick