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
Celeste by Kerth Gumbs Located on a bluff overlooking the beach at Malliouhana, Celeste is one of the island's most iconic restaurants and a can't-miss sunset spot that feels tailor-made for a romantic evening.
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Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 28 Dec. 2025
And for book lovers, that promise comes with a stack of can't-miss reads.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 26 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
Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 28 Dec. 2025
And for book lovers, that promise comes with a stack of can't-miss reads.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 26 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for can't-miss
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For decades, Venezuela was one of America's closest partners in Latin America, a reliable energy supplier, and a democracy that helped anchor the region.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
9 Jan. 2026
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Finding the right toiletry bag for your next trip is as important as buying a reliable carry-on or a hassle-free backpack.—
Michelle Baricevic,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Jan. 2026
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These manuals scratch the nostalgia itch, sure, but also exemplify a greater desire for offline, focused activities that can serve as a salve for our dwindling attention spans.—
Kristina Rodulfo,
Vogue,
15 Jan. 2026
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The puck was mostly in Buffalo’s end, the Sabres were held without a shot for the first nine minutes and 20 seconds of the game, and Nikita Grebenkin was robbed of what looked like a sure goal by Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen after a slick backhand feed from Owen Tippett.—
Kevin Kurz,
New York Times,
15 Jan. 2026
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This is partly due to personal preference, but leaving plants standing through winter also helps certain plants grow better and even provides perks to local wildlife.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Jan. 2026
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Forever Fleece joggers, with certain styles on sale for as low as $45.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Jan. 2026
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“Can't-miss.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/can%27t-miss. Accessed 18 Jan. 2026.
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