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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If there were a Mount Rushmore for Air Jordan sneakers, the Air Jordan 11 would be a shoo-in for one of the four spots. — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026 If awards voters value horror or comedy, McAdams will be a shoo-in for her second career nomination (after getting recognized for 2015’s Spotlight). — Joe Reid, Vulture, 25 Sep. 2026 Behind Stewart and Wilson, no other player seems more of a shoo-in for the Olympic roster than Young. — Chantel Jennings, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026 Not every piece of clothing is a shoo-in for Ripa’s approval though. — Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 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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