surefire
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of surefire
Example Sentences
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Being perceived as the victim of censors is a surefire way to gain interest in what you’re saying.
From Salon • Apr. 29, 2026
A surefire sign of a sports star who wants to achieve true greatness is the ability to recalibrate, realign and reach their next goal.
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026
Luring in the best players is a surefire way to win on the field, and those efforts can compound over time.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026
He came to USC, after all, as a surefire NBA lottery pick, a sinewy playmaking marvel capable of creating his shot anywhere, anytime.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026
But how could you talk to Bloom without arousing his suspicion and drawing a surefire story that might appear somewhere sometime?
From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols
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