miracle drug

noun

1. wonder drug.

Word History and Origins

Origin of miracle drug¹

First recorded in 1950–55

Example Sentences

Ashlee said despite being aware of the risks, it had been hailed as a "miracle drug" which changed lives, and it was her last resort.

From BBC

“There are countless stories like that. ... It’s a miracle drug in many ways. But it can’t perform miracles if it’s not available when we need it.”

From Los Angeles Times

Parents fear loss of cystic fibrosis 'miracle drug'

From BBC

They were a shortcut, like Ozempic, the miracle drug celebrities started using to drop pounds right around the time Santos got into national politics.

From Slate

Parents fear loss of cystic fibrosis 'miracle drug'

From BBC