Synonyms of can't-missnext
: 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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Check out the photo gallery ahead for a look at every can't-miss outfit from the week. Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 1 Dec. 2025 The sale also includes can't-miss deals on travel clothing like the Lillusory Oversized Batwing Sweater and Wiholl 2-piece Matching Set. Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 1 Dec. 2025 More can't-miss Shark Black Friday deals: The SpeedStyle Pro isn't the only Shark beauty tool that's marked down for Black Friday. Annie Blackman, Allure, 26 Nov. 2025 Shop local: 70 local Louisville spots with can't-miss deals for Small Business Saturday Who is leading the Black Friday boycott? Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 25 Nov. 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

Cite this Entry

“Can't-miss.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/can%27t-miss. Accessed 12 Dec. 2025.

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