as in lock
one that is certain to succeed
he's a sure thing for the promotion: he's the most qualified candidate by far
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Recent Examples of sure thing
But those are perhaps the only sure things, with many of the other actors not currently serving as ambassadors for any big houses and known to play the field with their looks.
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Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2025
Such shakeups should make for an exciting night, as there aren’t many sure things at the top of the ballot.
—Chris Dobstaff, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
Read more Best Nuggets vs. Thunder player props, ATS bets: Can Denver stun OKC?
We last night in Cleveland that heavy favorites in the conference semifinals of the NBA playoffs are no sure thing, as the Pacers (4) beat the Cavs (1) 121-112 as 3-to-1 underdogs on the moneyline.
—Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 May 2025
Later, the same question returns: risk everything for a better future, or take the sure thing and walk away?
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2025
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Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2025
Such shakeups should make for an exciting night, as there aren’t many sure things at the top of the ballot.
—Chris Dobstaff, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
Read more Best Nuggets vs. Thunder player props, ATS bets: Can Denver stun OKC?
We last night in Cleveland that heavy favorites in the conference semifinals of the NBA playoffs are no sure thing, as the Pacers (4) beat the Cavs (1) 121-112 as 3-to-1 underdogs on the moneyline.
—Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 May 2025
Later, the same question returns: risk everything for a better future, or take the sure thing and walk away?
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sure thing
Noun
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A day after the singer, 38, shocked fans by walking the 2025 American Music Awards red carpet with a blonde bob — a far departure from her trademark long locks — Pratt, 41, defended his wife against hate comments.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
28 May 2025
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Rooms: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom Amenities: Canal view, hot water, shampoo/conditioner, board games, heating, Wi-Fi, kitchen, outdoor furniture, smart lock.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
26 May 2025
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On Tuesday, his candidacy was brought to the Reading School District board for approval, normally a slam dunk.—
Jon Krawczynski,
New York Times,
20 May 2025
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Back when Myles Garrett seemed likely to leave, Carter to the Browns was a slam dunk pick.—
Ross Rosenfeld,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Apr. 2025
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This unexpected approach builds resilience for complex, subjective tasks where certainty isn’t always possible. - Jagadish Gokavarapu, Wissen Infotech 17.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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As of now, there is no certainty about what will happen to him or the rest of the detainees in the Terrorism Confinement Center (Cecot) prison.—
Uriel Blanco,
CNN Money,
28 May 2025
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“Sure thing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sure%20thing. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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