: certain to have a favorable result, performance, or reception : surefire
a can't-miss prospect

Examples of can't-miss in a Sentence

my uncle's willingness to see every get-rich-quick scheme as a can't-miss opportunity
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With nonstop entertainment, huge moments, and history on the line, NBA All-Star Saturday Night is a can't-miss event. Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 15 Feb. 2025 At a 35% discount, this is a can't-miss kind of deal for such an aesthetically pleasing smart home hub in orb form. John Mihaly, PCMAG, 15 Feb. 2025 In Los Angeles, Parker Posey and Natasha Rothwell stunned at the season 3 premiere of White Lotus, while in New York City, Ciara and Martha Stewart urned heads during Fashion Week. Check out the photo gallery ahead for a look at every can't-miss outfit from the week. Catherine Santino, People.com, 11 Feb. 2025 For more can't-miss shopping and travel stories delivered straight to your inbox, sign up for our Most Wanted newsletter. Venus Wong, refinery29.com, 7 Feb. 2025 See all Example Sentences for can't-miss 

Word History

First Known Use

1975, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of can't-miss was in 1975

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“Can't-miss.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/can%27t-miss. Accessed 23 Feb. 2025.

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