How to Use no-brainer in a Sentence

no-brainer

noun
  • Sounds like a no-brainer, but why is this so hard to do?
    Sandy Cohen, Los Angeles Times, 7 Jan. 2025
  • This is a no-brainer, and my agency does this for all of our clients.
    Bernard May, Forbes, 10 Sep. 2024
  • Emily Meade: As far as the project, the people, that was a no-brainer.
    Jackie Strause, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Apr. 2023
  • The race isn't over by any means, but Maxey's leap to a no-brainer All-Star is putting him in the lead.
    Bryan Toporek, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2023
  • Here’s the no-recipe recipe for this no-brainer Italian meal.
    Megan Litt, Bon Appétit, 5 Sep. 2023
  • This policy -- which has the force of law -- is a no-brainer.
    Stewart Whitson, National Review, 19 Oct. 2023
  • Moving the cable connector to the end of the mouse would seem a no-brainer.
    PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
  • Hicks says the reason to preserve the clubhouse is a no-brainer.
    Buffy Gorrilla, NPR, 25 Sep. 2024
  • With a flakey crust and hearty filling, this meat pie is a no-brainer for the colder months ahead.
    Kelsey Mulvey, Sunset Magazine, 29 Dec. 2023
  • If glowing, healthy skin is your vibe, this one's a no-brainer.
    Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 23 Jan. 2025
  • This would be a no-brainer if the black Ultra 2 was ugly.
    Victoria Song, The Verge, 19 Sep. 2024
  • Lainey said teaming up with the historic brand was a no-brainer for her.
    Katie Bowlby, Country Living, 12 May 2023
  • As the old saying goes, the kitchen is the heart of the home, so filling it with items that have a little soul is a no-brainer.
    Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 22 Oct. 2024
  • When the folks in the directors’ truck saw his expression, the choice was a no-brainer.
    Matthew Jacobs, Rolling Stone, 22 Aug. 2023
  • Rating this sandwich 5 out of 5 stars was a no-brainer for me.
    Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 10 Oct. 2024
  • Taking the job after Farhan Zaidi was fired at the end of the season was a no-brainer.
    Barry M. Bloom, Sportico.com, 22 Dec. 2024
  • That, too, seemed like a no-brainer at the time, and the court duly held that Clinton could not be treated as above the law.
    Noah Feldman, The Mercury News, 6 Mar. 2024
  • Claw clips are back in a very big way in 2023, making these custom cuties a no-brainer.
    Rebecca Norris, Woman's Day Magazine, 19 Apr. 2023
  • And at just $10, this versatile new belt bag is a no-brainer.
    Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2024
  • Getting that type of talent at pick No. 26 could be a no-brainer for the Cowboys.
    Joseph Hoyt, Dallas News, 4 Apr. 2023
  • And with prices starting as low as $25, this set should be a no-brainer purchase ahead of your next trip.
    Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 3 Jan. 2024
  • Mango long coat with lapels A timeless coat that's 50% off is a no-brainer.
    Porter Simmons, Vogue, 27 Nov. 2023
  • The Row’s suede shoulder bag in navy is a no-brainer match; the same goes for Loewe’s signature fringed scarf.
    Laura Jackson, Vogue, 23 Jan. 2024
  • Nicole Polizzi) first choice for son Lorenzo was a no-brainer: Farley, of course.
    Brooke Showell, Peoplemag, 8 Mar. 2023
  • Though she was advised to not do Scary Movie, accepting the role was a no-brainer.
    Mya Abraham, VIBE.com, 22 July 2024
  • The bill was such a no-brainer that all 40 senators voted for it.
    George Skelton, Los Angeles Times, 21 July 2023
  • Making the switch would seem to be a no-brainer, but experts say the matter is not that simple.
    Laura Daily, Washington Post, 6 Nov. 2023
  • That resets the clock in terms of spring preparation for a guy who seemed the no-brainer choice to start on opening day.
    Bryce Millercolumnist, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2023
  • This super budget-friendly tube is a no-brainer in the classic British Red shade.
    Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 3 Feb. 2025
  • Pinstripes are a no-brainer way to dress up your outfit, since the sophisticated print exudes elegance and is so easy to pair with wardrobe basics like the turtleneck sweater Kate wore.
    Nicol Natale, People.com, 5 Feb. 2025

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