be sure

phrase

—used to tell someone not to forget to do something

Be sure to lock the door when you leave.

Examples of be sure in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Update your emergency kit and be sure to include enough food and water to last for 3 days for each person in your home. — Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 8 July 2026

The amiable service at the onsite restaurant, The Whistling Grizzly, is just as good as the food—be sure to try the carrot cake or blood orange crème brûlée for dessert. — Wendy Altschuler, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

Three major powwows take place on set dates between June and September, so be sure to plan accordingly. — Condé Nast Traveler, 7 July 2026

Regardless of which styles pique your interest, be sure to grab them ASAP—these major markdowns won’t last long. — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 1 July 2026

Rhymes for be sure

• abjure
• adjure
• allure
• assure
• brochure
• cocksure
• coiffure
• contour
• couture
• demure
• detour
• endure