It is a pound to a penny that she wins the race.
a pound to a penny
idiomVery likely; almost certainly.
Given how hard he practiced, it is a pound to a penny that he will pass the exam tomorrow.
Considering the current market trends, it is a pound to a penny that the company will announce significant changes to its strategy before the end of the quarter.
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an ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure
Precaution and prevention of an undesirable thing is preferable to dealing with its potential consequences.
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bad penny
A person or thing which is unpleasant, disreputable, or otherwise unwanted, especially one which repeatedly appears at inopportune times.
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merry-go-round
[Cockney slang]pound
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penny for your thoughts
Used to inquire into the thoughts and feelings of another, especially when the person appears pensive or conflicted.
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penny in the fusebox
An improvised repair made with no regard for safety.
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penny pincher
One who spends little money; one who is very frugal or cautious with money.
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penny wedding
A wedding at which the guests contribute payments in order to fund the event and to benefit the newly-married couple.
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penny wise and pound foolish
Prudent and thrifty with small amounts of money, but wasteful with large amounts.