sure bet

Meanings

• noun

  A bet that is considered certain to win.

  - "He placed a sure bet on the horse that had won the last five races."
  - "The casino offered a sure bet on the roll of a six on a loaded die."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with sure bet
bet , whet , jet , net

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Variants

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sure bet , good bet , good/safe/sure bet , safe bet , a good bet , a good/safe/sure bet , a safe bet , a sure bet

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Originally used in horse racing, a sure bet is a wager on a horse that is expected to win due to its superior form or past performance.

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Trivia

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1. Did you know that the largest bet ever placed on a single horse race was $309 million?

2. The term 'sure thing' is often used interchangeably with 'sure bet'. However, 'sure thing' can also refer to something that is certain to happen regardless of a bet being placed.

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Related Concepts

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1. odds: The probability of an event occurring, which is a key factor in determining the potential payout of a bet.

2. risk: The possibility of loss or injury. In betting, taking a risk involves wagering money on an uncertain outcome.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'sure bet' is often used metaphorically to refer to a situation or decision that is considered certain to have a successful outcome. In music, there is a song titled 'Sure Bet' by The Black Crowes.

How to Memorize "sure bet"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a horse race with a clear favorite that has won consistently in the past. This horse is your sure bet.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'sure bet' with the feeling of confidence and certainty.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Sure Bets Start With S' to remember the definition.

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