be sure

phrase

used to tell someone not to forget to do something
Be sure to lock the door when you leave.

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El Sayed railed against the way Trump pronounces his name and sardonically referenced Harp, saying the president would be sure to share his remarks with his top aide. Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 26 Aug. 2026 And be sure to include target prices, both per room and for the whole thing. Noah Shachtman, Vanity Fair, 25 Aug. 2026 So be sure to use your discernment before rushing into something. Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 19 Aug. 2026 Before departing campus, be sure to carve out 30 minutes or so to explore The University of Mississippi Museum. Karla Walsh, Travel + Leisure, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for be sure

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“Be sure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/be%20sure. Accessed 29 Aug. 2026.

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