surefire

Example Sentences

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One surefire way to be cast as the villain in American culture is to be seen as censorious.

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

Nor was it the sort of night to convince you of UCLA’s chances as a surefire conference contender.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026

He had already come up with a surefire winning strategy, one that required not just secrecy but lies.

From "Boots on the Ground: America's War in Vietnam" by Elizabeth Partridge