as in certainties
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 things
But none represent sure things for the Yankees next season, and Peralta is as sure a thing as any team could acquire this winter.
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Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Oct. 2025
With Justin Verlander set to be a free agent, Ray is one of only three sure things in next year’s rotation, along with Logan Webb and Landen Roupp.
—Evan Webeck, Mercury News, 25 Sep. 2025
But the risk here must be acknowledged - even the best prospects aren’t sure things, and as good as Anthony is, there been have prospects of his caliber that have fallen short of expectations.
—Tony Blengino, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Oct. 2025
With Justin Verlander set to be a free agent, Ray is one of only three sure things in next year’s rotation, along with Logan Webb and Landen Roupp.
—Evan Webeck, Mercury News, 25 Sep. 2025
But the risk here must be acknowledged - even the best prospects aren’t sure things, and as good as Anthony is, there been have prospects of his caliber that have fallen short of expectations.
—Tony Blengino, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sure things
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From slam dunks to signature scents, Shaquille O’Neal’s latest venture proves fragrance can be powerful, personal, and affordable.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
5 Sep. 2025
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Similar to its loose setting powder sibling, Nars Light Reflecting Pressed Setting Powder locks in makeup in seconds, complete with a subtly dewy finish that keeps oil at bay without completely ditching the glow.—
Deanna Pai,
Allure,
23 Oct. 2025
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Before the April 2024 incident, according to the documents, Taylor had threatened employees of the office, and the office had changed its locks because of those threats.—
Kevin Grasha,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Sure things.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sure%20things. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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