assures

verb

present tense third-person singular of assure
1
as in reassures
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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2
as in ensures
to make sure, certain, or safe security measures that assured our safety

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Recent Examples of assures His service assures that paying members have a seat on a large plane reserved solely for PriorityEvac members. — Alex Harris, Miami Herald, 13 July 2026 Then God assures me that its massive size does not make devastation real or true. — Carol Dismore, Christian Science Monitor, 9 July 2026 The Dodgers have not taken the division just yet, but taking two out of three from the Padres assures their stronghold isn’t loosening anytime soon. — Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 29 June 2026 The commission established in 1937 assures quality and geniality. — Zuri Primos, Kansas City Star, 27 June 2026 These picks, Coddington assures us, are far more likely to look timeless and sophisticated. — Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 24 June 2026 Taylor assures that this can be achieved in a short time frame. — David Doty, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026 When the desert sun heats up the city, the elevated position of the outdoor pool terrace assures panoramic city views as well as plentiful space to relax poolside beneath an umbrella or chic cabana. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026 My weather app assures me that was the last time those space-saver bags will need to be reopened until Q4—the weather is finally warming up, which means my summer wardrobe changeover is about to be complete. — Natalie Cantell, InStyle, 27 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for assures
  1. reassures
  2. ensures
  3. comforts
  4. guarantees
  5. soothes
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  • Furthermore, Chanin reassures parents that college campuses are built around student needs.
    — Melissa Willets, Parents, 6 July 2026
  • Video shared by El Salvador President Nayib Bukele reportedly showed the moment a Salvadorian rescuer locates a woman, identified as Belkys Barreto, trapped under rubble in Caraballeda, and reassures her that help is near.
    — Diego Mendoza, CNN Money, 28 June 2026
Definition of reassures
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  • Either way, the hidden side zipper ensures a nice fit and easy wear, and adjustable drawstring shorts complete the cute and comfy look.
    — Sarah Scott, Southern Living, 12 July 2026
  • The ability to employ many aircraft at once ensures a persistent overwhelming credible threat despite inevitable attrition.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 11 July 2026
Definition of ensures
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  • Further video shows officers calmly evacuating two small children as the kids' family comforts them.
    — Robert McGreevy, FOXNews.com, 13 June 2026
  • This hearty chicken chili comforts those nursing wintertime sniffles.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 24 May 2026
Definition of comforts
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  • The agreement also guarantees her a neutral reference for prospective employers.
    — Corey Schmidt July 17, Sacbee.com, 17 July 2026
  • Again, being on a boat guarantees the best chances of a clear horizon for unobstructed views to the west-northwest.
    — Catherine Tansey, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 July 2026
Definition of guarantees
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  • Nothing soothes the soul quite like the sun and sand — and, for some people, a giant shade canopy, indoor couch and a table decked out with flatware and a fancy meal.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
  • Though more popular for your skin, when applied to your scalp and strands, the ingredient sloughs off buildup, soothes irritation, reduces dandruff, and controls oil production.
    — Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 5 July 2026
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