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 After Dominik Szoboszlai restored parity, goals from Federico Chiesa and Lewis Koumas ensured Liverpool’s pre-season tour of the United States started in style. James Pearce, New York Times, 26 July 2026 While Sacramento Police ensured the City Council that personal data would not be used for federal immigration purposes, opponents of the agreement doubted that the center would adhere to sanctuary city policies. Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 22 July 2026 In the last year, Osbourne’s family and other organizations have ensured his legacy is alive. Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 22 July 2026 The state, by doing so little to equip its citizens, has ensured that many of them won’t even attempt the simple things that could save their lives. Andrei Popoviciu, The Dial, 21 July 2026 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ensured
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  • When a customer came to Speier in July 2023 with concerns about a negative review and the delay in his $300,000 order, Speier assured the customer everything was fine.
    Julia Coin July 24, Charlotte Observer, 24 July 2026
  • Jorgen Strand Larsen missed the spot kick, but the Norwegians’ progress to the knockout phase was already assured.
    Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 24 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 29 Jul. 2026.

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