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feeling completely sure about something and showing that you believe it
- Being certain of her feelings, she decided to confess her love.
- He felt certain that the plan would work.
- I'm certain we're on the right road.
- If you are certain of his loyalty, you can tell him your secret.
- She was certain that she left her keys on the table.
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referring to a specific thing, person, or group, distinct from others
- She had a certain feeling that everything would turn out fine in the end.
- There was a certain charm to the old bookstore, although she couldn't pinpoint exactly what it was.
- There was a certain magic in the way the sunlight filtered through the trees in the forest.
- She had a certain sense of nostalgia whenever she visited her childhood home, even though it had changed over the years.
- He possessed a certain understanding of the topic, even though he couldn't explain it fully.
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unavoidable or very likely to happen
- The storm's arrival is certain, so we should prepare for it.
- After months of preparation, their success seemed certain.
- Given the current trends, a price increase is certain next year.
- It’s certain that she’ll win the award, given her outstanding performance.
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destined to happen or incapable of failing
- He is certain to win the competition.
- She is certain to arrive on time.
- They are certain to enjoy the trip.
- The project is certain to succeed with their hard work.
- The decision is certain to bring positive results.
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dependable and guaranteed to produce a specific result
- There is a certain remedy for the common cold that helps alleviate symptoms.
- He found a certain solution to the problem after much research.
- A certain technique has proven effective in treating the condition.
- There’s a certain way to approach this problem for the best result.
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