to be sure

phrase

Synonyms of to be surenext
: it must be acknowledged : admittedly

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In 2026, 11 percent of Fortune 500 companies are run by women — a record percentage, to be sure, but one that has come at a slow clip. — Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026 The Bison, to be sure, have been elite, and they are rightly celebrated as football heroes in Fargo as a sparkling example of sustained success. — Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 17 Sep. 2026 Andrus wants to be sure measures are taken so beachgoers can continue to enjoy the popular spot. — Michele Gile, CBS News, 17 Sep. 2026 There are plenty of jump scares, to be sure, but also hilarious moments that play like deadpan one-liners rendered in visual terms. — Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 16 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for to be sure

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“To be sure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/to%20be%20sure. Accessed 30 Sep. 2026.

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