cure-all

noun

ˈkyu̇r-ˌȯl How to pronounce cure-all (audio)
ˈkyər-
: a remedy for all ills : panacea

Examples of cure-all in a Sentence

raising a young person's self-esteem is not the cure-all that some people think
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Read the full Leo Daily Horoscope Virgo (August 23 - September 22) Looking for a cure-all? USA TODAY, 5 Mar. 2025 Here are the key reasons why the weight loss drugs might not be a cure-all for the global obesity epidemic. Bruce Gil, Quartz, 4 Mar. 2025 As their bond deepens, Faruq begins to wonder whether Odo’s unorthodox, but alluring teachings could be the cure-all to his grief. Shannon Carlin, TIME, 1 Mar. 2025 The title of the show, as illustrated in its last episode, is inspired by the culture of wellness gurus who promote unproven remedies as cure-alls. Julia Teti, WWD, 24 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for cure-all

Word History

First Known Use

1801, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of cure-all was in 1801

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“Cure-all.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cure-all. Accessed 9 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

cure-all

noun
ˈkyu̇(ə)r-ˌȯl
: a remedy for everything wrong
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