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Collocations for magic - noun

1. secret power

ADJ.

black

VERB + MAGIC

do, practise
He earns extra money doing magic at children''s parties. | People found guilty of practising black magic were hanged.
believe in
I don''t believe in magic.
work

MAGIC + VERB

work
The magic slowly begins to work, and the princess starts to come to life again.

PREP.

by ~
The rabbit disappeared by magic.

PHRASES

as if by magic
The money had reappeared as if by magic.

2. special quality

ADJ.

absolute, pure, sheer
The show is three hours of pure magic.

QUANT.

touch
The fireworks brought a touch of magic to the occasion.

VERB + MAGIC

work
A hot bath and a good night''s sleep worked their usual magic.

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