Idioms

beyond a shadow of a doubt

This page is about the idiom beyond a shadow of a doubt

Meaning

Something is true "beyond a shadow of a doubt" if there is no possibility at all that it isn't true.

For example

  • Are you absolutely sure, beyond a shadow of a doubt, that he is guilty of the crime?

  • A few years ago a great many scientists said they were sure, beyond a shadow of a doubt, that there was no such thing as global warming. Were they right?

Quick Quiz

Doctors say they are sure, beyond a shadow of a doubt, that

a. fatty foods are good for you

b. cigarettes are bad for you

c. fruits and vegetables are bad for you
a) fatty foods are good for you b) cigarettes are bad for you c) fruits and vegetables are bad for you

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