ensured

past tense of ensure
as in assured
to make sure, certain, or safe regulations that ensure the wholesomeness of our food

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Recent Examples of ensured This approach, exemplified by Al Jazeera and hosting the World Cup, ensured Qatar's survival and influence, even during the 2017 blockade. Güney Yıldız, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026 Kidman, who recently celebrated her 59th birthday, ensured Antonia’s 55th birthday celebration was one for the books with a luxurious stop in Portofino. Lara Walsh, InStyle, 18 July 2026 Eneluna, along with other technicians, ensured maintenance and safety of the base’s launch, testing and range operations, according to officials. Jasmine Mendez follow, Los Angeles Times, 18 July 2026 The city’s proclamation also recognized that the Americans with Disabilities Act was passed on July 26 in 1990, which ensured the civil rights of, and prohibited discrimination against, people with disabilities. Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026 Jason Horne’s training as a firefighter and medic, not to mention his parental instinct, ensured the children’s survival. Sydney Page, Washington Post, 16 July 2026 By carefully protecting my client’s constitutional rights, the court ensured that the outcome was based on the law rather than the allegations. Schnelle Tonge, Sun Sentinel, 16 July 2026 In the years that followed, the monarchy’s presence in soccer was primarily ensured by other members of the royal family. Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 15 July 2026 Nilson Angulo’s strike was excellent and Gonzalo Plata’s winner, which will live long in the Ecuadorian memory, ensured Germany’s shortcomings were punished. Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 11 July 2026
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  • The V-neck and floral print give it an elevated look, and shoppers have assured the fabric is perfect for the summer heat.
    Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 17 July 2026
  • Comans alleged that despite being assured by management her job was safe, she was fired the next day.
    Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 17 July 2026
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  • An agreement was struck at £4m guaranteed plus £4m in potential bonuses based on first-team progress, with Spurs retaining a sell-on clause.
    Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 21 July 2026
  • Many of the commentators dropped by ESPN had guaranteed money left on their contracts.
    Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 21 July 2026

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“Ensured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ensured. Accessed 23 Jul. 2026.

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