Winning the contract wasn't a sure thing, but we prepared thoroughly.

She spent the afternoon making sure all the lights were turned off before leaving.

She made sure to lock the back door before leaving for work.

She always makes sure the windows are locked before leaving.

If they keep practicing every day, they're sure as shooting to win the championship next year.

If you keep practicing the piano every day, you'll improve, sure as shooting.

The surgeon's sure-handedness during the delicate operation reassured the patient and the staff.

The surgeon moved sure-handedly through the delicate operation, calming the anxious family with updates after each critical step.

The sure-handed surgeon sutured the wound flawlessly under pressure.

The fleet maintained course through the storm thanks to the sure hands on the tillers.