as in lock
one that is certain to succeed
since he was trying his first case, the assistant district attorney was assigned a burglary case that was a slam dunk
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Recent Examples of slam dunk
The intrigue: Even though the state has a Democratic majority in both legislative chambers, last year's budget, which included tax increases, was not a slam dunk.
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Justin Kaufmann, Axios, 19 Feb. 2025
The Globetrotters already had won over millions of fans by popularizing the slam dunk, fast break and their legendary in-game weave, but the franchise’s fan base, now consisting of more than 148 million people in 123 countries and territories, saw an uptick then when the 7-footer wore the uniform.
—Zach Powell, The Athletic, 14 Feb. 2025
Showing their skills When: Saturday, 5 p.m. Where: Chase Center
The slam dunk contest, with a two-round format featuring four contestants, will cap Saturday night’s festivities.
—Dan Loumena, Los Angeles Times, 13 Feb. 2025
The ever-fickle fashion industry doesn't always allow for brands to flourish, let alone last, and the show was a slam dunk.
—Anika Reed, USA TODAY, 11 Feb. 2025
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Justin Kaufmann, Axios, 19 Feb. 2025
The Globetrotters already had won over millions of fans by popularizing the slam dunk, fast break and their legendary in-game weave, but the franchise’s fan base, now consisting of more than 148 million people in 123 countries and territories, saw an uptick then when the 7-footer wore the uniform.
—Zach Powell, The Athletic, 14 Feb. 2025
Showing their skills When: Saturday, 5 p.m. Where: Chase Center
The slam dunk contest, with a two-round format featuring four contestants, will cap Saturday night’s festivities.
—Dan Loumena, Los Angeles Times, 13 Feb. 2025
The ever-fickle fashion industry doesn't always allow for brands to flourish, let alone last, and the show was a slam dunk.
—Anika Reed, USA TODAY, 11 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for slam dunk
Noun
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When the Academy locks in its date 12 months in advance, these precursors can position themselves strategically, ensuring a natural flow rather than an overcrowded calendar.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
17 Mar. 2025
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Police executing search warrants found plywood and a lock on the door to the man’s room, the affidavit says.—
Michelle Krupa,
CNN,
13 Mar. 2025
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That was when the playoffs seemed like an almost sure thing in light of the middling competition in the bottom half of the Eastern Conference.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Mar. 2025
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Still, success in avoiding a recession is no sure thing, especially given the lessons of history.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes,
15 Sep. 2024
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There’s also a labor battle on the horizon, with owners talking more and more about the possibility of a salary cap; that cost certainty would increase franchise valuations.—
Scott Soshnick,
Sportico.com,
20 Mar. 2025
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Leaders feel pressure for quick solutions where immediate certainty feels safer than thoughtful consideration.—
Dan Pontefract,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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“Slam dunk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slam%20dunk. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
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