Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

a magician never reveals his secrets

Word Rarity Rare

Frequency: 3.41 in modern English

Syllables: a -ma-gi-cian n-ev-er re-veal-s his se-crets
IPA

47

Scrabble Score

31

Letters

9

Syllables

13

Unique Chars

Meaning

phrase

A polite refusal by someone who has just done a magic trick to reveal how it works.

phrase

A refusal to explain how one accomplished something impressive.

Example Sentences

""So how did you do it? Who were the bodies I saw? You didn't kill someone did you?” “No,” Nathan said, almost insulted by her questions, but a smile came over him. “A magician never reveals his secrets, Damarus. Now turn around and enjoy the silence.”"
"Combs took a sip of his coffee and recoiled, forgetting how hot it was. He ignored the burning of his tongue, though, and asked Williams: "How did you know it was me?" “A magician never reveals his secrets.”"
""How did you get your hands on it?" The kidnapper shrugged, coyly. "I have my ways." "Which are what, exactly?" The kidnapper tsked, shaking a finger at him. “A magician never reveals his secrets, and a reporter never gives up his source.” Blare groaned, struggling to lift his head."

Questions

What does a magician never reveals his secrets mean?: A polite refusal by someone who has just done a magic trick to reveal how it works.

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