That's the ticket.

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Does the word "ticket" have a special meaning?

A: "Finally he agreed with my idea."
B: "That's the ticket.!"

Would you please explain the meaning of this sentence for me? [:^)]
I don't understand this phrase.....!!

Mike in Japan · Accepted Answer

Hi Candy.
Sorry, I do not know the origin of this phrase, but it means 'that is what is needed' or 'that's right'.
Maybe someone can help with the origin.
Cheers

Candy · Answer

Ah, now I understand. Thanks for your help.     <img class='emoticon' style='Width:19px;Height:19px;' data-delaysrc='https://uat-englishforward-forums-backend.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Emoticons/1.gif' src='https://uat-englishforward-forums-backend.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Emoticons/1.gif' alt='Emotion: smile'/>

Suzi · Answer

it has a metaphoric feel to it - tickets giving you the means to travel / progress?

Maj · Answer

Suzi, you are so good at metaphors! Could you explain this last one a bit further, I don't think I get it in the above-mentioned context?

Mike in Japan · Answer

Possibly, or maybe related to gambling ... 'That is the winning ticket' ... I'm only guessing here <img class='emoticon' style='Width:19px;Height:19px;' data-delaysrc='https://uat-englishforward-forums-backend.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Emoticons/1.gif' src='https://uat-englishforward-forums-backend.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Emoticons/1.gif' alt='Emotion: smile'/>

That's the ticket.

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