as in reliable
not likely to fail my uncle's willingness to see every get-rich-quick scheme as a can't-miss opportunity

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Recent Examples of can't-miss All the can't-miss looks on your favorite stars at this week's most major events all over the world Comments All across the world, celebrities are having major fashion moments. Catherine Santino, People.com, 11 June 2025 For more can't-miss shopping stories delivered straight to your inbox, sign up for our Most Wanted newsletter. Venus Wong, Refinery29, 9 June 2025 All the can't-miss looks on your favorite stars at this week's most major events all over the world Comments All over the world, celebrities are stepping out for major fashion moments. Catherine Santino, People.com, 26 May 2025 And now at 25% off, the Bravia, this is one of those can't-miss, shouldn't-miss type of deals. Carlos Mejia, PC Magazine, 24 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for can't-miss
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Adjective
  • As such, trees grown from seed provide a reliable and affordable (free) option for backyard growers.
    Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 28 June 2025
  • Beyond simply offering a competent and reliable service, however, Lazarus knew that the repair process needed to be streamlined with a client-centric approach from start to finish.
    Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 27 June 2025
Adjective
  • Caio says yes, of course, but Kerry doesn’t seem so sure.
    Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 17 June 2025
  • Hicks is a sure starter and near-every down player, but the rest is wide open.
    Zac Jackson, New York Times, 17 June 2025
Adjective
  • That kind of cultural appropriation might be sanctioned at certain times.
    Jack Smart, People.com, 21 June 2025
  • And, both the House of Representatives and the Senate propose increasing the $600 reporting threshold for independent contractors or certain other payments reported on Form 1099-NEC to $2,000, adjusted for inflation.
    Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes.com, 21 June 2025

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“Can't-miss.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/can%27t-miss. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.

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