shoo in
The term "shoo-in" originated from horse racing and is now used broadly to describe someone or something almost guaranteed to win.
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Definition
B2General
(informal)Someone or something that is almost certain to win or succeed.
Example
- With her impressive resume, she's a shoo-in for the job.
- The team is a shoo-in to win the championship this year.
B2Sports and Competitions
(informal)A competitor who is very likely to win.
Example
- Everyone thinks he's a shoo-in for the gold medal.
- Despite the tough competition, they are considered shoo-ins for first place.
Similar
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