no-brainer

noun

no-brain·​er ˈnō-ˈbrā-nər How to pronounce no-brainer (audio)
: something that requires a minimum of thought

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This felt like a no-brainer, with potential to introduce Kraven in the Venom films earlier as someone aware of Venom’s existence and who plans to hunt the monster. Mark Hughes, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024 Winter white paired with plush velvet also makes a chic statement, making this set at Amazon a no-brainer to add to your Christmas shopping cart. Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 11 Dec. 2024 While not all Oura Labs experiences will eventually make it as a permanent feature, this one was a no-brainer. Emily Burns, WWD, 5 Dec. 2024 The host traced the casting idea back to social media campaigns that have positioned the actress as a no-brainer for the role. Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 4 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for no-brainer 

Word History

First Known Use

1954, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of no-brainer was in 1954

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“No-brainer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/no-brainer. Accessed 26 Dec. 2024.

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