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as in to reassure
to ease the grief or distress of
a minister choosing just the right words to assure the grieving parents of the fallen soldier
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Recent Examples of assure
Nick Goepper has qualified in second spot, with Ferreira in fourth after both played it safe with their finals spot assured after their first runs.
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Andrew Greif, NBC news, 20 Feb. 2026
And just around the next corner appears the dress itself, with its giant organza skirt covered in feathers that, we’re assured, are common and not endangered.
—Jane Wooldridge, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2026
The complaint also claimed Roblox has falsely assured the public that its platform is safe for children.
—Paris Barraza, USA Today, 19 Feb. 2026
Patients would be assured of receiving settlement money even if the Supreme Court rules in Bayer’s favor.
—David A. Lieb, Fortune, 18 Feb. 2026
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Andrew Greif, NBC news, 20 Feb. 2026
And just around the next corner appears the dress itself, with its giant organza skirt covered in feathers that, we’re assured, are common and not endangered.
—Jane Wooldridge, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2026
The complaint also claimed Roblox has falsely assured the public that its platform is safe for children.
—Paris Barraza, USA Today, 19 Feb. 2026
Patients would be assured of receiving settlement money even if the Supreme Court rules in Bayer’s favor.
—David A. Lieb, Fortune, 18 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for assure
Verb
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The latest tremor in the private credit world involved a deal that should've been reassuring to markets.—
Hugh Son,
CNBC,
20 Feb. 2026
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This is the part of the story where Americans traditionally reassure themselves that competition improves quality.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The project also required coordinated operation between the large heat pump and the mechanical vapor recompression unit across all operating phases, with system integration and process control designed to ensure stable and efficient performance under varying production conditions.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Feb. 2026
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With a 10,000-square foot spa (the first true spa in the region), buzzy bar scene, and stellar restaurants, the property ensures even non-skiers will keep occupied.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Feb. 2026
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Under the direction of House Culinary Advisor Chef Ricardo Chaneton, the menu takes cues from the coasts of Italy, France, and Spain, balancing comforting flavors with refined presentations.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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Instead, Steele's music is driven by connection, when a listener feels understood, emotionally moved, or comforted by a song.—
Maria Williams,
USA Today,
20 Feb. 2026
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Performances at the Spellbound by Magic Castle experience are guaranteed not only to delight longtime magic fans but also to impress and convert the skeptical.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Feb. 2026
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After thrashing Real España by five goals on the Honduran club’s home field last week, the Los Angeles Football Club was nearly guaranteed to advance to the next stage of the continental tournament.—
Josh Gross,
Daily News,
25 Feb. 2026
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Schedule time with a challenging book, as fresh ideas can soothe moods and moderate your protective instincts.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
18 Feb. 2026
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Ginger, in ginger tea, as a spice, or as a supplement, has long been used to soothe the stomach and calm nausea.—
Ann Pietrangelo,
Verywell Health,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Assure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assure. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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