He did not know enough to guarantee victory, but no general ever knew that much.

And what does Johnson, who did a little talking himself when he guaranteed a victory over the 49ers, think of all this?

I have not come to guarantee victory, only to teach you how to fight.

Love did not guarantee victory on Sunday, but he liked his position.

Of course, the race must be run, and reputation does not guarantee victory.

His figure this time is not the conservative type that would guarantee victory.

That didn't guarantee victory, but it would certainly make the Master's task a great deal more difficult.

Oh, and there's an October surprise you can spring that will almost guarantee a victory.

Later that day, Johnson tried to water down his comments but the damage was done: he had guaranteed a victory.

Several years ago, playing at home used to almost guarantee victory for the Knicks.