make no mistake

Idioms  

1. Have no doubt, certainly, as in Make no mistake—I'll vote Republican no matter who runs. [Mid-1800s] Also see get someone wrong.

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Example Sentences

But make no mistake: The minute they actually get the chance to take them down, they will.

From Salon • Jun. 13, 2026

But make no mistake: dropping Messi from the lineup is strictly out of the question.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

But make no mistake, sales growth in line with the industry is top of the list for Honeywell Aerospace as it approaches independence.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

You can probably still do it, make no mistake, but it might take you a few minutes, and there’s a chance you’ll get caught in red tape.

From Slate • Apr. 28, 2026

I understand him all right, make no mistake.

From "Grendel" by John Gardner