a good/safe/sure bet
noun
: something that is very likely to happen or be successful
It's a good/safe/sure bet that they'll win.
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At first, Paramount’s sale to the Ellison family seemed like a sure bet.
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Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2025
However, the show started July 17 last season, so a post-Fourth of July premiere is probably a safe bet.
—David Wysong, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Choose an early flight- Choosing an early-morning flight is a safe bet to avoid delays or cancellations, since the aircraft has more than likely been sitting at the airport overnight.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 July 2025
For most everyday laundry, using about two tablespoons of high-quality liquid detergent is a safe bet, says Pozniak.
—Lauryn Higgins, Time, 1 July 2025
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Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2025
However, the show started July 17 last season, so a post-Fourth of July premiere is probably a safe bet.
—David Wysong, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Choose an early flight- Choosing an early-morning flight is a safe bet to avoid delays or cancellations, since the aircraft has more than likely been sitting at the airport overnight.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 July 2025
For most everyday laundry, using about two tablespoons of high-quality liquid detergent is a safe bet, says Pozniak.
—Lauryn Higgins, Time, 1 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for a good/safe/sure bet
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“A good/safe/sure bet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/a%20good%2Fsafe%2Fsure%20bet. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.
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