as in reliable
not likely to fail
my uncle's willingness to see every get-rich-quick scheme as a can't-miss opportunity
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Recent Examples of can't-miss
With nonstop entertainment, huge moments, and history on the line, NBA All-Star Saturday Night is a can't-miss event.
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Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 15 Feb. 2025
At a 35% discount, this is a can't-miss kind of deal for such an aesthetically pleasing smart home hub in orb form.
—John Mihaly, PCMAG, 15 Feb. 2025
In Los Angeles, Parker Posey and Natasha Rothwell stunned at the season 3 premiere of White Lotus, while in New York City, Ciara and Martha Stewart urned heads during Fashion Week.
Check out the photo gallery ahead for a look at every can't-miss outfit from the week.
—Catherine Santino, People.com, 11 Feb. 2025
For more can't-miss shopping and travel stories delivered straight to your inbox, sign up for our Most Wanted newsletter.
—Venus Wong, refinery29.com, 7 Feb. 2025
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Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 15 Feb. 2025
At a 35% discount, this is a can't-miss kind of deal for such an aesthetically pleasing smart home hub in orb form.
—John Mihaly, PCMAG, 15 Feb. 2025
In Los Angeles, Parker Posey and Natasha Rothwell stunned at the season 3 premiere of White Lotus, while in New York City, Ciara and Martha Stewart urned heads during Fashion Week.
Check out the photo gallery ahead for a look at every can't-miss outfit from the week.
—Catherine Santino, People.com, 11 Feb. 2025
For more can't-miss shopping and travel stories delivered straight to your inbox, sign up for our Most Wanted newsletter.
—Venus Wong, refinery29.com, 7 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for can't-miss
Adjective
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Other agencies have also fired probationary employees, though no reliable total figure exists.—
Jonathan Shorman,
Kansas City Star,
12 Mar. 2025
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The tech sector is turning to nuclear power after concluding that renewables alone won’t provide enough reliable power for their energy needs.—
Pippa Stevens,Spencer Kimball,
CNBC,
12 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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For example, Rankin said the moon right next to the Big Dipper asterism is a sure sign of fakery.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
13 Mar. 2025
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When the discussion plunges as deep as Gary Mabbutt and Swap Shop, that’s a sure sign that the game is not as enticing as normal.—
Amy Lawrence,
The Athletic,
13 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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A lot of people are interpreting this week’s settlement as a sign that Florida State and Clemson will stay in the conference until the grant of rights expires in 2036, but that’s far from certain.—
Eben Novy-Williams,
Sportico.com,
5 Mar. 2025
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Anyone can call themselves a nutritionist, but only those who have met certain qualifications may call themselves a registered dietitian and registered dietitian nutritionist.—
Allison Herries,
Verywell Health,
5 Mar. 2025
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“Can't-miss.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/can%27t-miss. Accessed 16 Mar. 2025.
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