Idiom: Shoo-In
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shoo-inMeanings
From a sense of the verb shoo, where racehorses would fall back and allow a chosen rider to win a fixed race. See 1910 quotation.
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The winner of a fixed race, a fixed race.
A candidate or contestant generally agreed upon as the presumptive winner; somebody who is well-liked or widely agreed upon.
Example Sentences
1
He's a shoo-in for the position; he has all the necessary qualifications.
2
With her impressive resume and experience, she was a shoo-in for the leadership role.
3
Considering his popularity and strong performance, he is definitely a shoo-in to win the election.
4
The team with the best record in the regular season is considered a shoo-in for the championship.
5
With her exceptional talent and skills, she was a shoo-in to be accepted into the prestigious university.
