as in certainties
one that is certain to succeed
since he was trying his first case, the assistant district attorney was assigned a burglary case that was a slam dunk
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Recent Examples of slam dunks
None of them look like slam dunks.
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Max Bultman,
New York Times,
23 June 2026
Considering the intangibles Braun brings, which includes getting the fans involved following his athletic, rim-rattling slam dunks, the team may avoid any temptation to trade Braun just to gain relief from his salary.
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Gary Bedore
june 18,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
Another splices real combat videos between home runs and slam dunks from Wii Sports.
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Scott Simon,
NPR,
28 Mar. 2026
March is bursting with sales, shows, slam dunks and everything in between.
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Kasey Caminiti,
USA Today,
25 Mar. 2026
Ezra Ausar led the Trojans with 21 points, including crucial late slam dunks.
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Sean Campbell,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Feb. 2026
The Timberwolves began to sling 3-pointers and slam dunks, but the Bulls took those punches on the chin, holding off the onslaught by forcing second-chance points and drawing fouls.
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Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Jan. 2026
The six-time NBA All-Star and 2018 Sam Dunk Contest champion Mitchell also got up for some nasty slam dunks, inspired by his partner.
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Lars Brandle,
Billboard,
26 Dec. 2025
From slam dunks to signature scents, Shaquille O’Neal’s latest venture proves fragrance can be powerful, personal, and affordable.
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Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
5 Sep. 2025
Max Bultman,
New York Times,
23 June 2026
Considering the intangibles Braun brings, which includes getting the fans involved following his athletic, rim-rattling slam dunks, the team may avoid any temptation to trade Braun just to gain relief from his salary.
—
Gary Bedore
june 18,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
Another splices real combat videos between home runs and slam dunks from Wii Sports.
—
Scott Simon,
NPR,
28 Mar. 2026
March is bursting with sales, shows, slam dunks and everything in between.
—
Kasey Caminiti,
USA Today,
25 Mar. 2026
Ezra Ausar led the Trojans with 21 points, including crucial late slam dunks.
—
Sean Campbell,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Feb. 2026
The Timberwolves began to sling 3-pointers and slam dunks, but the Bulls took those punches on the chin, holding off the onslaught by forcing second-chance points and drawing fouls.
—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Jan. 2026
The six-time NBA All-Star and 2018 Sam Dunk Contest champion Mitchell also got up for some nasty slam dunks, inspired by his partner.
—
Lars Brandle,
Billboard,
26 Dec. 2025
From slam dunks to signature scents, Shaquille O’Neal’s latest venture proves fragrance can be powerful, personal, and affordable.
—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
5 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for slam dunks
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The Hockey Hall of Fame will announce its Class of 2026 on Monday, and there do not appear to be as many former NHL players who are sure things for election as there were in 2025.
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Keep everyone safe and make sure things don’t go overboard like several watch parties and post-win celebrations did during the team’s historic playoff run.
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The winners of the four primaries are seen as all but locks to win the general election in November, given their heavily Democratic voter populations.
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Active prevention One tried and true safety tactic, especially for young children, is placing safeguards that prevent access to dangerous items or situations – for example, installing cabinet locks, stair gates and outlet covers.
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