How to Use make sure in a Sentence

make sure

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  • Tables are first-come, first-served, so make sure to get there early.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 10 July 2026
  • Stay out of the sun, and make sure to check up on relatives and neighbors.
    Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 10 July 2026
  • Stay out of the sun, and make sure to check up on relatives and neighbors.
    Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 5 July 2026
  • Stay out of the sun, and make sure to check up on relatives and neighbors.
    Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 3 July 2026
  • Stay out of the sun, and make sure to check up on relatives and neighbors.
    Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 4 July 2026
  • Review the details and make sure everyone’s on the same page.
    Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026
  • Shade young plants from afternoon sun or apply mulch to keep the soil cool, and make sure the soil doesn’t dry out.
    Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 10 July 2026
  • Also make sure hot food is served piping hot, health officials say, and cold food should be kept thoroughly chilled.
    Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
  • Lyricists have to make sure the audience sees the entire situation by the end of the first verse.
    Literary Hub, 10 July 2026
  • The new law aims to make sure that in America's top state for quality of life, more people have a place to live.
    Scott Cohn, CNBC, 11 July 2026
  • Governor Joe wants to make sure that their dignity remains intact no matter what.
    Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 11 July 2026
  • With automatic payments, just pick a date and dollar amount to make sure your Credit Card gets paid on time.
    Ryley Amond, CNBC, 10 July 2026
  • If using grounds, apply in 1 to 2-inch deep layers and make sure the coffee is spread in an unbroken line so slugs and snails won’t cross it.
    Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 3 July 2026
  • Tommy hired beautifully and authentically across the board, across these departments, to make sure that this culture sees themselves and feels seen.
    Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 10 July 2026
  • Over 400 volunteers checked to make sure attendees were following the requirements.
    Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 11 July 2026
  • Having witnessed centuries of religious warfare in Europe, when millions were killed for their beliefs, the framers took pains to make sure nothing like that would happen here.
    Kenneth Seeskin, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026
  • In the lobby, make sure to look out for the ‘four sacred directions’ symbols, a tribute to the area’s Native American culture and beliefs.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 July 2026
  • Hold your breath at the end to make sure the medicine is fully deposited into your lungs, Nationwide Children’s Hospital advises in a demo video.
    Alexandra Frost, USA Today, 5 July 2026
  • Additionally, make sure to familiarize yourself with your state’s regulations, as regulations do differ by state.
    Doreen Samelson, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
  • If your pet already has a microchip, make sure the information is up to date; sometimes, even pets with microchips can’t be identified because the phone number associated with them has been disconnected.
    Sandra McDonald, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
  • Instructors make sure everyone feels supported, no matter their level, and happily offer extra explanations and modifications as needed.
    Eve Chen, USA Today, 10 July 2026
  • Amazon’s Fourth of July Sale ends in a few days, so make sure to snap up these incredible savings on durable luggage from Samsonite, deliciously hydrating Laneige lip products, and more.
    Madeline Merinuk, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026
  • The town itself is bursting with restaurants and shops to explore, but make sure to hit Edward’s Fine Food & Wine for deviled eggs and crab cakes, as well as La Crema Tapas & Chocolate for a whimsical dessert.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 10 July 2026

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