racing certainty

The term "racing certainty" originates from horse racing, where it describes a horse expected to win. It is now used more broadly to indicate any highly probable outcome.

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Definition

B2Sports

(informal, betting)A horse expected to win a race without much competition.

Example

  • The favorite in the race is a racing certainty according to the bookmakers.

B2General

(informal, idiomatic)A situation or event that is highly likely to happen.

Example

  • With their lead in the polls, the party's victory seems like a racing certainty.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "racing certainty":

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