: certain to have a favorable result, performance, or reception : surefire
a can't-miss prospect

Examples of can't-miss in a Sentence

my uncle's willingness to see every get-rich-quick scheme as a can't-miss opportunity
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Elevate your look, with chic accessories galore, at can't-miss prices this Prime Day 2025. Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 10 July 2025 For more can't-miss shopping stories delivered straight to your inbox, sign up for our Most Wanted newsletter. Venus Wong, refinery29.com, 9 July 2025 There were certain can't-miss moments from the third book that Han knew needed to be included. Julia Moore, People.com, 7 July 2025 Japanese baseball is a can't-miss cultural experience thanks to the enthusiastic cheering section at games. Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 6 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for can't-miss

Word History

First Known Use

1975, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of can't-miss was in 1975

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“Can't-miss.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/can%27t-miss. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.

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