slam dunk

noun

Synonyms of slam dunknext
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: sure thing
the case is a slam dunk
slam-dunk verb

Examples of slam dunk in a Sentence

The vote proved to be a slam dunk for our side with a 24 to 5 win. There's no doubt that he's guilty. The case is a slam dunk.
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Passing the reconciliation bill may not be a slam dunk, as Republicans hold only tiny majorities in both chambers. Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 1 Apr. 2026 Another splices real combat videos between home runs and slam dunks from Wii Sports. Scott Simon, NPR, 28 Mar. 2026 March is bursting with sales, shows, slam dunks and everything in between. Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026 Kansas' Tre White had an emphatic slam dunk with 13 seconds remaining to finish with 12 points. ABC News, 21 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for slam dunk

Word History

First Known Use

1969, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of slam dunk was in 1969

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“Slam dunk.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/slam%20dunk. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.

Kids Definition

slam dunk

noun
slam-dunk
ˈslam-ˈdəŋk
verb
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