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as in reassuring
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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as in ensuring
to make sure, certain, or safe
security measures that assured our safety
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Recent Examples of assuring
Agreements made publicly available in court battles and public record requests, such as for El Salvador, Rwanda and Eswatini, have included language assuring that countries uphold international law around protections for refugees and against torture.
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Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026
That grip is reinforced by a litany of electronic nannies, all of which translate to an assuring sense of control and eagerness to discover more of the Valhalla’s powerfully balletic nature.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 25 Apr. 2026
Eric Kripke and Evan Goldberg, the executive producers on The Boys and its spin-offs, acknowledged the show’s conclusion in a statement to PEOPLE, while assuring fans that its storylines will continue elsewhere in the franchise.
—Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 25 Apr. 2026
As a bonus, the Bulls got Portland’s top pick Tuesday when the Trail Blazers won their play-in game to make the playoffs, assuring them of two picks in the top 15 or 16.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026
Pohlad took over the lead ownership role in December and has spent the four months since then assuring disillusioned Twins fans this season will be different.
—Aaron Gleeman, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2026
If the massive field of Democratic candidates for California governor spread their voters too thin in the June primary, Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco could both advance to November’s general election, assuring a Republican governor of the state.
—Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2026
Bono shared a note with fans, once again assuring them that a new album is still in the works, and that these EPs are side detours on the way to a wholly separate full-length.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 3 Apr. 2026
Pelle Larsson added 20 points and a career-high 10 rebounds for Miami (40-36), which kept some realistic hope of getting out of the play-in tournament range — or at least getting into one of the top two spots and therefore assuring itself two chances of making the playoffs — alive with the win.
—CBS News, 31 Mar. 2026
Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026
That grip is reinforced by a litany of electronic nannies, all of which translate to an assuring sense of control and eagerness to discover more of the Valhalla’s powerfully balletic nature.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 25 Apr. 2026
Eric Kripke and Evan Goldberg, the executive producers on The Boys and its spin-offs, acknowledged the show’s conclusion in a statement to PEOPLE, while assuring fans that its storylines will continue elsewhere in the franchise.
—Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 25 Apr. 2026
As a bonus, the Bulls got Portland’s top pick Tuesday when the Trail Blazers won their play-in game to make the playoffs, assuring them of two picks in the top 15 or 16.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026
Pohlad took over the lead ownership role in December and has spent the four months since then assuring disillusioned Twins fans this season will be different.
—Aaron Gleeman, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2026
If the massive field of Democratic candidates for California governor spread their voters too thin in the June primary, Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco could both advance to November’s general election, assuring a Republican governor of the state.
—Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2026
Bono shared a note with fans, once again assuring them that a new album is still in the works, and that these EPs are side detours on the way to a wholly separate full-length.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 3 Apr. 2026
Pelle Larsson added 20 points and a career-high 10 rebounds for Miami (40-36), which kept some realistic hope of getting out of the play-in tournament range — or at least getting into one of the top two spots and therefore assuring itself two chances of making the playoffs — alive with the win.
—CBS News, 31 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for assuring
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But for some members, that language is too flexible and far from reassuring.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
12 May 2026
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According to critics and allies alike, those statements are aimed at reassuring Chavista loyalists that the movement has not entirely abandoned its nationalist identity.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
6 May 2026
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Window, Wall, and Portable Units To maximize the efficiency and usage of window and wall units, start by ensuring they are installed in an appropriately sized room with proper airflow.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 May 2026
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Here, fruit tree experts reveal their top tips for fertilizing fruit trees, ensuring an abundance of delicious fruit.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
10 May 2026
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Caitlin Vaccaro has forged a decade-long career as a nurse in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), caring for newborns in need and comforting their parents along the way.—
Rachel Raposas,
PEOPLE,
11 May 2026
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From comforting classics to a few new-school favorites, these five pasta recipes were on the top of everyone's list.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
9 May 2026
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Jackson’s abuse allegations initially made up much of the third act, but a past accuser had reached a settlement with the estate guaranteeing he would never be depicted in any future commercial projects.—
Carly Thomas,
HollywoodReporter,
3 May 2026
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The warehouse becomes a secure vault guaranteeing the bank that the wheels exist, are in good condition and match the pledge register.—
Antonia Mortensen,
CNN Money,
2 May 2026
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It can be used as a nightlight, glows in seven colors and features a selection of soothing soundscapes.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
8 May 2026
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Choose artwork for the walls with soothing landscapes, or use natural materials like wooden picture frames, cotton throws, or a simple houseplant.—
Michelle Mastro,
The Spruce,
7 May 2026
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“Assuring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assuring. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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