no doubt
Idioms-
Probably, most likely, as in No doubt you've heard the news about Mother . [Early 1300s]
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Also, . Certainly, without question, as in He's guilty, no doubt, but he doesn't deserve such a long sentence , or That basketball player is without doubt the tallest man I've ever seen . [Early 1300s] Also see beyond a doubt .
Example Sentences
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No doubt that would violate bureaucratic rules and air-quality standards, and also might suggest some troubling historical comparisons.
From Salon • May 3, 2026
"They say they have facilitated the media. No doubt they have given 5G internet speeds," said journalist Nadir Guramani.
From Barron's • Apr. 11, 2026
No doubt, Schauffele got lucky — but not as lucky as Louis Oosthuizen in the final round of the 2016 Masters.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026
No doubt these employees believed they were doing useful work, but there has been little to no outcry about a decline in services.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
No doubt, tonight he had eyes for nothing but the events taking place on the brightly lit football field.
From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke
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