: 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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Valkyria's meteoric rise has been impressive, but Lynch's experience and determination make this a can't-miss battle of wrestling prowess. Kilty Cleary, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 May 2025 For more can't-miss shopping stories delivered straight to your inbox, sign up for our Most Wanted newsletter. Venus Wong, Refinery29, 8 May 2025 Now that it's marked down to $39.99, that's a can't-miss kind of deal. Shubham Yewale, PC Magazine, 5 May 2025 In Louisville, Simone Biles and Selma Blair brought bold color and standout accessories to the Kentucky Derby, while in Rio de Janeiro, Lady Gaga made a memorable stage appearance during her Mayhem Tour. Check out the photo gallery ahead for a look at every can't-miss outfit from the week. Catherine Santino, People.com, 5 May 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

Cite this Entry

“Can't-miss.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/can%27t-miss. Accessed 16 May. 2025.

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