as in lock
one that is certain to succeed
a shoo-in for the position of secretary of state
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Recent Examples of shoo-in
In only its fourth season, Charlotte FC is a realistic contender for an MLS championship this year and a shoo-in for the playoffs.
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Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 11 Sep. 2025
As the protector and defender of the universe, Sagittarius is a shoo-in for Gryffindor.
—Lisa Stardust, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
At this point, the Bills are a virtual shoo-in for a division title and a deep postseason run, but Allen and Buffalo still have a glaring hole in their resume.
—David Wilson, Miami Herald, 28 Aug. 2025
Despite his age, Rodgers remains a massively talented quarterback and one who should be a shoo-in for the Hall of Fame.
—James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Aug. 2025
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Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 11 Sep. 2025
As the protector and defender of the universe, Sagittarius is a shoo-in for Gryffindor.
—Lisa Stardust, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
At this point, the Bills are a virtual shoo-in for a division title and a deep postseason run, but Allen and Buffalo still have a glaring hole in their resume.
—David Wilson, Miami Herald, 28 Aug. 2025
Despite his age, Rodgers remains a massively talented quarterback and one who should be a shoo-in for the Hall of Fame.
—James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shoo-in
Noun
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Also, the child safety lock is a feature that parents (and pet parents) will enjoy.—
Terri Williams,
Architectural Digest,
3 Nov. 2025
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The macaques were secured by three gates, each fastened by two sets of locks and latches.—
Ava Kofman,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Confidence is different from certainty.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Nov. 2025
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Reality shows exist so that there’s some certainty in the world.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
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However, after losses in two of their last three games, that is certainly no sure thing anymore, according to ESPN college football analyst Paul Finebaum.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Nov. 2025
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Regular playing time became less of a sure thing.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
10 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The jacket features pocket flaps shaped like Levi’s iconic arcuate, Trucker-style cuffs and waistband, and a back-cinch characteristic of Levi’s archival denim.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
30 Oct. 2025
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The collection, known as Aspinal of London x Spencer Sisters, includes a classic clutch called the Eliza, done in structured leather, patent croc or metallic lizard, and a softer, cinch-top bag in napa leather or velvet known as the Amelia.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
22 Oct. 2025
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“Shoo-in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shoo-in. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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