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
The entire series is already predicted to be up for multiple Emmy nominations, with Wyle being pegged as a shoo-in to be nominated for Best Actor.
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James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 June 2025
The trailer alone already seems to make Frankenstein a shoo-in for production design and cinematography Oscar nominations, and that’s only based on 2 and half minutes of footage.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025
Typically in New York City, the winner of the Democratic primary tends to be a shoo-in to become mayor.
—Chris Sommerfeldt, New York Daily News, 29 May 2025
With the conservative vote split, Lee looks like a shoo-in.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 29 May 2025
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James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 June 2025
The trailer alone already seems to make Frankenstein a shoo-in for production design and cinematography Oscar nominations, and that’s only based on 2 and half minutes of footage.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025
Typically in New York City, the winner of the Democratic primary tends to be a shoo-in to become mayor.
—Chris Sommerfeldt, New York Daily News, 29 May 2025
With the conservative vote split, Lee looks like a shoo-in.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 29 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shoo-in
Noun
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Love locks have been slowly disappearing from the Old Red Bridge in south Kansas City off Red Bridge Road, as an amateur locksmith from Overland Park admits to using the locks to practice his skills.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
11 July 2025
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The spray is also formulated with argan oil, vitamins, and fatty acids to smooth and soften your locks.—
PEOPLE Deals Team,
People.com,
10 July 2025
Noun
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In a world where the only certainty is change, agility isn't just an advantage.—
Elaine Pulakos,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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That certainty dampens any excitement to find out what happens to her next.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
2 July 2025
Noun
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The discourse is endless, but there’s one sure thing: people are talking about Evita.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
20 June 2025
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Medved is a slam dunk, sure thing … should such a thing exist at Minnesota.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
24 Mar. 2025
Noun
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That means this cocktail is a cinch to make as a slushy.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 July 2025
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This includes clear backpacks, clear fanny packs and clear cinch bags.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
2 July 2025
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“Shoo-in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shoo-in. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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