can't-miss

adjective

ˈkant-ˌmis How to pronounce can't-miss (audio)
Definition of can't-missnext
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 Optimist Hall is another can't-miss venue in Charlotte. — Skye Sherman, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2026 From Shakira to Ariana Grande to Lionel Richie, here are the can't-miss summer concerts — and a chance to win free tickets. — Irene Wright, USA Today, 3 June 2026 The food menu is brief and fun, the can't-miss being a burger dripping with comte. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 May 2026 At one point, Gabriel Bonfim looked like a can't-miss championship contender. — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for can't-miss
Recent Examples of Synonyms for can't-miss
  1. reliable
  2. sure
  3. certain
Adjective
  • Demand planning capabilities on the Blue Yonder Platform utilize patented algorithms and advanced machine learning models to ensure that demand forecasting is not only highly accurate, but reliable.
    — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Later reports would place the bear’s weight as high as 600 pounds, but the most reliable estimates were less than 250.
    — Paul Schullery, Outdoor Life, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of reliable
Adjective
  • The return of Rodón seemed sure to bump Warren to the bullpen or to Triple A at some point.
    — Brendan Kuty, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
  • There’s little directly around the hotel, and that’s sure to become its main draw.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of sure
Adjective
  • Some states, including Maryland, prohibit certain hospitals from requiring prepayment simply to avoid offering financial assistance.
    — Julie Appleby, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Rather than relying purely on attacking returns or clean sheets, players can now earn additional FPL points by reaching certain defensive thresholds.
    — Abdul Rehman, New York Times, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of certain

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