Pronunciation: /ə dɛd sɜrt/
noun a dead cert
A1 In the race, the favorite horse was a dead cert to win.
A2 She thought passing the exam would be a dead cert, but she didn't study enough.
B1 The team was considered a dead cert for the championship after winning all their games.
B2 The company's stock was seen as a dead cert for investors looking for stable returns.
C1 The scientist's theory was seen as a dead cert in the field of quantum physics.
C2 The actor's performance was hailed as a dead cert for an Oscar nomination.
adjective dead - devoid of life, cert - short for certainty, indicating something that is guaranteed or certain
A1 The answer to the question was a dead cert.
A2 Her victory in the race was a dead cert.
B1 The team's promotion to the next division seemed like a dead cert.
B2 After acing all the practice tests, she felt that passing the exam was a dead cert.
C1 With his experience and skills, getting the job offer was a dead cert for him.
C2 The company's success in the market was considered a dead cert by industry experts.
formal Based on the data and analysis, the outcome of the project is a dead cert.
informal With her skills and experience, getting the job is a dead cert for her.
slang I'm telling you, his team winning the championship is a dead cert.
figurative The way he's been practicing, his success in the competition is a dead cert.
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