no doubt
/noʊ daʊt/
Meaning
This expression is used to indicate that something is very likely or almost certain to happen or be true. While it suggests strong probability, it can sometimes carry a slightly less certain tone than 'without a doubt,' acting more like 'probably' or 'I assume.' It is widely used in both spoken and written English.
Examples
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No doubt you've heard the news about the company's expansion.
No doubt you've heard the news about the company's expansion.
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They will no doubt be tired after their twenty-hour flight.
They will no doubt be tired after their twenty-hour flight.
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No doubt the rain will stop soon, but we should bring umbrellas just in case.
No doubt the rain will stop soon, but we should bring umbrellas just in case.
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He is, no doubt, the best candidate for the job.
He is, no doubt, the best candidate for the job.
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No doubt we will face some challenges, but we can overcome them together.
No doubt we will face some challenges, but we can overcome them together.
Common Mistakes
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✗ There is no doubt of his success.
✓ There is no doubt about his success.
When expressing doubt about something, use 'about' or 'that', not 'of'.
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✗ No doubtedly he will win.
✓ Undoubtedly he will win.
'No doubtedly' is not a valid English word. Use 'undoubtedly' or 'no doubt' instead.
Related Expressions
Practice
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You will ___ find this book very interesting if you like history.
💡 almost certainly
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no doubt
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___ you are exhausted after working a double shift.
💡 I am sure that you are
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No doubt