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Slam dunk
01
something that is sure to happen
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "slam dunk" and when to use it?
The idiom "slam dunk" originally comes from basketball, where it refers to a high-scoring and often visually impressive play where a player leaps and forcefully scores by putting the ball directly through the opponent's hoop. The term has since evolved into a widely used idiom that is used to convey a high degree of certainty, simplicity, or an easy, undeniable success in various contexts, not limited to sports.
Examples
Securing that contract was a slam dunk for the company; the client was very impressed with their proposal.
With her qualifications and experience, she felt like the job interview would be a slam dunk.
02
a shot in basketball where a player jumps and forcefully scores by putting the ball directly through the hoop with one or both hands
Examples
He thrilled the crowd with an impressive slam dunk in the final seconds.
The player 's height and agility make slam dunks look effortless.
