shoo-in
Example Sentences
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If you want a classy premium SUV with a conventional gas powertrain, priced under $100,000, the GV80 is kind of a shoo-in.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
Benin was voting for a new president on Sunday, with Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni a shoo-in after overseeing a decade of economic growth in the west African country despite jihadist attacks in the north.
From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026
The Rebels are considered a shoo-in for a spot in the 12-team postseason field, which will be announced Sunday.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 3, 2025
In many New York cities and towns, Cuomo would presumably be a shoo-in for mayor.
From Salon • Oct. 30, 2025
One loaf, and she was a shoo-in for the baker’s job, though I suspect she may have knocked out the competition with some hocus-pocus, too, if rumors are to be believed.”
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
