odds-on
Americanadjective
adjective
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(of a chance, horse, etc) rated at even money or less to win
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regarded as more or most likely to win, succeed, happen, etc
Etymology
Origin of odds-on
First recorded in 1885–90
Example Sentences
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It’s no surprise that Shiffrin and Johnson are the odds-on favorites to win gold.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026
And despite losing on her only previous appearance at the tournament, she is rated odds-on favourite by bookmakers to beat Gurney, a World Cup winner with Northern Ireland, and reach the second round.
From BBC • Dec. 19, 2025
National Economic Council director Kevin Hassett remains the odds-on favorite.
From Barron's • Dec. 1, 2025
They figure to have several players who will get MVP votes at the end of the season, including the odds-on favorite for the award in Ohtani.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 4, 2025
It was to be a nine-horse race, and at the top of the list were three—count them—three odds-on favorites: 1.
From The Big Fix by Bernklau
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