: certain to have a favorable result, performance, or reception : surefire
a can't-miss prospect

Examples of can't-miss in a Sentence

my uncle's willingness to see every get-rich-quick scheme as a can't-miss opportunity
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Together, these qualities form a can't-miss prospect for many. MSNBC Newsweek, 21 May 2025 And now at 25% off, the Bravia, this is one of those can't-miss/shouldn't-miss type of deals. Carlos Mejia, PC Magazine, 20 May 2025 All the can't-miss looks on your favorite stars at this week's most major events all over the world Comments All over the world, stars are stepping out for major fashion moments. Catherine Santino, People.com, 19 May 2025 Valkyria's meteoric rise has been impressive, but Lynch's experience and determination make this a can't-miss battle of wrestling prowess. Kilty Cleary, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for can't-miss

Word History

First Known Use

1975, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of can't-miss was in 1975

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“Can't-miss.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/can%27t-miss. Accessed 28 May. 2025.

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