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Certainty & Possibility - Definite or Unavoidable

Discover how English idioms like "bet bottom dollar" and "like a shot" relate to the definite or unavoidable in English.

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English idioms related to Certainty & Possibility
like a shot
[phrase]

in a quick and decisive manner without much hesitation

Ex: When the phone rang with the job offer , he accepted like a shot.
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to be absolutely sure that something is true

Ex: She's so dedicated to her studies that I would bet my bottom dollar she'll graduate with honors.
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to be guaranteed or highly likely to occur or achieve success

Ex: With her impressive skills, it seemed like winning the competition would be a cert for her.
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slam dunk
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something that is sure to happen

Ex: After all the preparation and practice , their presentation went off without a hitch , making it slam dunk in the eyes of the audience .
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to experience the negative consequences or effects of one's past actions or decisions

Ex: Politicians who promise more than they can deliver will find that their unfulfilled pledges come home to roost in the form of disappointed constituents.
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to be an integral part of a particular situation

Ex: In a competitive industry like fashion , rejection and come with the territory, but persistence is key to success .
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to become affected by the outcomes of one's past actions

Ex: I hope Karma bites her in the arse
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