slam dunk

• Expression informelle issue du basket-ball, désignant une action ou une réussite décisive et impressionnante. Dans un contexte professionnel ou quotidien, elle évoque quelque chose de quasi certain de réussir ou de garantir une victoire.

An informal expression originating from basketball, meaning a forceful, impressive, or decisive action or achievement. In business or everyday use, it refers to something that is certain to succeed or a guaranteed win.

1. B1formal

   A forceful, high-scoring basketball shot where a player jumps and thrusts the ball down through the hoop.

   Slam dunk (au basket-ball)

   • He scored with a powerful slam dunk in the final seconds.
   • The crowd cheered as she executed a perfect slam dunk.
   • Slam dunks are one of the most exciting plays in basketball.

2. Certain successB2informalamerican

   An action or outcome that is guaranteed to be successful or easy to achieve.

   succès garanti

   • With her experience, getting the job was a slam dunk.
   • The proposal was a slam dunk for the investors.
   • Winning that match was a slam dunk for the champion.