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Sure-fire Definition & Meaning

sure-fire
adjective
  1. certain to be successful; "a sure-fire way to get rich"

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Frequently asked questions

What does sure-fire mean?
certain to be successful; "a sure-fire way to get rich"
What part of speech is sure-fire?
Sure-fire is an adjective.

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