sure-fire

Example Sentences

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A few years ago, the Rams defensive line was built around a sure-fire Hall of Fame player and a supporting cast.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 28, 2025

The problem, of course, is that this isn't a sure-fire solution and, if it was going to happen, it needed to happen fast.

From Salon • Jul. 17, 2024

Environmental experts say one sure-fire way to reduce aviation emissions is to reduce how much we fly.

From National Geographic • Dec. 8, 2023

Sadly, there's no sure-fire way to prevent dementia yet, but meanwhile, taking care of our brains can at least help stack the odds in our favour.

From BBC • Nov. 1, 2023

The theme was a sure-fire guarantee of audience interest and the rest was up to me.

From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison