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nailed-on

British  

adjective

  1. slang certain, definite; guaranteed to be successful

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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The strength and depth England have, looking ahead 18-19 months to the World Cup, there is only one nailed-on starter and that is Jordan Pickford.

From BBC • Nov. 18, 2024

Just one bad performance, in Joe Joyce's case a horrendous six rounds, can transport you from a nailed-on future world champion to a fighter out of his depth at the top level.

From BBC • Sep. 23, 2023

On paper, figure skating's team event is a nailed-on gold medal for Russian athletes.

From BBC • Feb. 1, 2022

So this isn’t a nailed-on 4-0 away win to which City cruise after a couple of minor early scares.

From The Guardian • Oct. 19, 2021

Plenty to look forward to, and the latest from the wheelchair events, too, where David Weir returns to the stage for the 22nd time, though Marcel Hug looks a nailed-on favourite.

From The Guardian • Oct. 3, 2021

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