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ensure

[en-shoor, -shur] / ɛnˈʃʊər, -ˈʃɜr /
VERB
guarantee; make secure
Synonyms
STRONGEST
assure establish insure protect provide safeguard secure
STRONG
arrange certify cinch clinch confirm effect guard okay warrant
WEAK
lock on lock up make certain make safe make sure nail down put on ice set out
Antonyms
STRONGEST
endanger harm hurt injure
STRONG
contradict deny forget ignore invalidate neglect reject repudiate veto

Example Sentences

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Meanwhile, the Fed’s purchase of additional securities “supports asset prices and helps ensure there is no liquidity squeeze in the financial system,” Dimon says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

“We look forward to working with Congress again to ensure no benefit cuts, full funding for all eligible families seeking WIC services, and permanent access to flexible WIC services.”

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

How can policymakers ensure that all workers in the world’s richest country can at least afford the basic necessities?

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

Raman said that as mayor, she would ensure that such projects are finished on time — and replace airport leadership if it fails to happen.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

“Everything’s perfect. I will watch over you as you sleep and ensure the safety of your legs from mosquitoes.”

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.