sure bet

1. Something that is certain to occur. Based on his grades, it's a pretty sure bet that Harry won't be able to graduate on time.

2. A person or thing that is certain to be good or successful. Considering her high scoring average, she's a sure bet for the bowling team.

and sure thing

a certainty; something that is sure to take place. Of course, this land will become valuable in a few years. It's a sure thing!

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Ivah	-	Biblical
Hereward	-	Anglo-Saxon
Eua	-	Biblical Greek
Bruce	BROOS	Scottish, English
Louisa	loo-EEZ-ə (English), loo-EES-ə (English)	English, German, Dutch
Tory (1)	TAWR-ee	African American