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he's a sure thing for the promotion: he's the most qualified candidate by far
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So, no, no sure thing at No. 20, but at least significant potential upside with Kasparas Jakucionis.
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Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 27 June 2025
But still weighing in at under 170 pounds, the Rangers’ 2024-25 lineup was no sure thing, especially after the team that drafted Perreault went to the Eastern Conference final.
—Arthur Staple, The Athletic, 14 Feb. 2025
The front office’s reluctance to shop in a seller’s market is understandable, considering the most attractive possibilities are by no means sure things.
—Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2025
Even shows that seem like sure things are on the chopping block.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025
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Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 27 June 2025
But still weighing in at under 170 pounds, the Rangers’ 2024-25 lineup was no sure thing, especially after the team that drafted Perreault went to the Eastern Conference final.
—Arthur Staple, The Athletic, 14 Feb. 2025
The front office’s reluctance to shop in a seller’s market is understandable, considering the most attractive possibilities are by no means sure things.
—Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2025
Even shows that seem like sure things are on the chopping block.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025
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“Sure thing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sure%20thing. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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