Long shot and Slam dunk

Long shot

Long shot noun - A venture that involves great risk but promises great rewards.
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Synonyms for Long shot

Slam dunk is an antonym for long shot.

Slam dunk

Slam dunk noun - One that is certain to succeed.
Usage example: since he was trying his first case, the assistant district attorney was assigned a burglary case that was a slam dunk
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Synonyms for Slam dunk

Long shot is an antonym for slam dunk.
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