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a shoo-in for the position of secretary of state
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After 45 years coaching in Queens, Ron Naclerio was a shoo-in for the New York City Basketball Hall of Fame.
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New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
The first up to consider would be Sammy Omosigho, a transfer from Oklahoma, who, out of all the returning Bruins and transfer portal additions, is arguably the most shoo-in starter on the defense.
—Benjamin Royer, Daily News, 22 Jan. 2026
Of course, this happens every time the 007 franchise is between Bonds — remember when Mel Gibson was considered a shoo-in to succeed Timothy Dalton?
—Benjamin Svetkey, HollywoodReporter, 15 Jan. 2026
The group wrapped up by sharing their favorite actual wins of the night, and agreeing that A) One Battle After Another is likely to be a frontrunner heading into the Oscars, and B) Timothée Chalamet is a shoo-in for best actor.
—Chelsea Daniel, Vogue, 12 Jan. 2026
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New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
The first up to consider would be Sammy Omosigho, a transfer from Oklahoma, who, out of all the returning Bruins and transfer portal additions, is arguably the most shoo-in starter on the defense.
—Benjamin Royer, Daily News, 22 Jan. 2026
Of course, this happens every time the 007 franchise is between Bonds — remember when Mel Gibson was considered a shoo-in to succeed Timothy Dalton?
—Benjamin Svetkey, HollywoodReporter, 15 Jan. 2026
The group wrapped up by sharing their favorite actual wins of the night, and agreeing that A) One Battle After Another is likely to be a frontrunner heading into the Oscars, and B) Timothée Chalamet is a shoo-in for best actor.
—Chelsea Daniel, Vogue, 12 Jan. 2026
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“Shoo-in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shoo-in. Accessed 12 Feb. 2026.
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