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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Besiktas had been chasing Joe Willock, who seemed a shoo-in to depart, but an impressive start under Jaissle brought a rethink; a contract extension is possible. — George Caulkin, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2026 That film, which won the Silver Lion, was considered a shoo-in for the festival’s top award after its 22-minute standing ovation, which stands as the fest’s longest. — Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 28 Aug. 2026 The contest in Nevada’s 2nd Congressional District should be a shoo-in for Republicans. — Los Angeles Times, 23 Aug. 2026 Our Top Picks The Heirloom Pick Any piece from Le Creuset is a shoo-in heirloom piece, and these heritage stoneware dishes in the brand’s classic vibrant glazes are no exception. — Clara Hillis, Architectural Digest, 18 Aug. 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.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shoo-in. Accessed 7 Sep. 2026.

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shoo-in

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