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beyond a shadow of a doubt
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used when one can claim that something is true with all one's certainty
What is the origin of the idiom "beyond a shadow of a doubt" and when to use it?
The idiom "beyond a shadow of a doubt" has its origins in the legal context, where it is essential to establish the guilt or innocence of a defendant beyond any reasonable uncertainty. It is used to show an extremely high level of certainty or proof, indicating that there is no room for doubt or question.
Example
The evidence against the accused was so overwhelming that the jury found him guilty beyond a shadow of a doubt.
Her consistent track record of success in previous projects made it clear that she was the ideal candidate for the job beyond a shadow of a doubt.
The fingerprint match on the murder weapon pointed to the suspect's guilt beyond a shadow of a doubt.
After years of dedicated practice and hard work, she believed beyond a shadow of a doubt that she could achieve her dream of becoming a professional athlete.
The sincerity in his apology left no room for doubt, as he expressed his remorse beyond a shadow of a doubt.
