shoo-in

noun

ˈshü-ˌin How to pronounce shoo-in (audio)
Synonyms of shoo-in
: one that is a certain and easy winner

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a shoo-in for the position of secretary of state
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Beyer’s district is deep-blue, meaning whoever wins the Democratic primary is likely a shoo-in to defeat GOP nominee Tony Sabio in November. — Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 1 Aug. 2026 After once looking like shoo-ins to be buyers at the trade deadline on Monday, Miami now will focus more on moves that benefit the future without sacrificing too much from the present. — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 28 July 2026 But his induction will be far from a shoo-in this or any other year. — Scott Fowler july 8, Charlotte Observer, 8 July 2026 The performer and brother of pop star Ariana Grande was a shoo-in for the parts, having played them as far back as 2018. — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for shoo-in

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First Known Use

1937, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of shoo-in was in 1937

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shoo-in

noun
ˈshü-ˌin
: one that is a certain and easy winner

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