Phrases Describing Future Predictions

It's a safe bet that...

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Meaning

It's very likely that...

Examples

  • John: Will she get the promotion?
  • Alice: <b>It's a safe bet that</b> she will; she's been working incredibly hard.
  • John: I hope so; she deserves it.
  • Alice: Absolutely. <b>It's a safe bet that</b> she'll succeed.