as in lock
one that is certain to succeed
a shoo-in for the position of secretary of state
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Recent Examples of shoo-in
Gifting fragrance can be a hit or miss, but Lake & Skye's roll-on fragrance oil is a shoo-in to be a fabulous stocking stuffer loved by all.
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People Staff, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024
Washington Commanders Just three weeks ago, Washington seemed destined for the playoffs and Jayden Daniels looked like a shoo-in for Offensive Rookie of the Year Award.
—C.j. Doon, Baltimore Sun, 26 Nov. 2024
Who will get a best new artist nod (other than shoo-ins Chappell Roan and Sabrina Carpenter)?
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA TODAY, 21 Nov. 2024
Detroit is now 9-1 on the season and looks like a shoo-in to have the best record in the NFC.
—Andy Scholes, CNN, 21 Nov. 2024
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People Staff, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024
Washington Commanders Just three weeks ago, Washington seemed destined for the playoffs and Jayden Daniels looked like a shoo-in for Offensive Rookie of the Year Award.
—C.j. Doon, Baltimore Sun, 26 Nov. 2024
Who will get a best new artist nod (other than shoo-ins Chappell Roan and Sabrina Carpenter)?
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA TODAY, 21 Nov. 2024
Detroit is now 9-1 on the season and looks like a shoo-in to have the best record in the NFC.
—Andy Scholes, CNN, 21 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shoo-in
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Reducing risk via diversification and a solid business network The Moselle lock accident shows once again how a seemingly minor incident can affect the risk of production downtime.Sin To, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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Some locks are so effective they can never be picked, even with infinite time and resources.John Pavlus, WIRED, 15 Dec. 2024
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This regulatory certainty will catalyze stablecoin adoption across the fintech and traditional banking sectors, bolstering U.S. dollar dominance in global markets.Alexander S. Blume, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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At the moment, the only certainty with the Yankees’ 2025 defensive alignment is that Aaron Judge will be in right field.Ken Rosenthal, The Athletic, 18 Dec. 2024
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Dainty little makeup cases are great for packing mini toiletries in your carry-on, but long trips call for breaking out the big bottles — and sure thing, this extra-large cosmetics bag can fit them.Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 3 Nov. 2024
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Does that suggest that your long-term outlook on the industry is rather gloomy? WICK No, what this movie and others have proven is that the big theatrical event movie is the one sure thing in this business.Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 30 Nov. 2024
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Cleaning Large, Free-Standing Copper Pieces Using vinegar to address larger surface areas is a cinch.Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 16 Dec. 2024
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Plus, the wheels make moving this heater anywhere on the patio a cinch.Michelle Mastro, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Nov. 2024
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“Shoo-in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shoo-in. Accessed 27 Dec. 2024.
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