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 Nick Aldis At WWE SummerSlam, Gunther ensured that Nick Aldis’ return to the ring was cut short. Blake Oestriecher, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026 The city has since ensured the system is not connected to any public-facing internet networks and is meeting with its technology provider about remediation. Nicole Sganga, CBS News, 31 July 2026 Since the fallout debris is highly radioactive, the researchers ensured that the attachment has a particulate filter that prevents the material from entering the vacuum itself. Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 31 July 2026 The target folders ensured that agents apprehended the correct person. Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026 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 Ahead of her opening number with Hugh Jackman later that evening, Hathaway ensured all eyes were on her in a strapless iridescent cream and gold fish-tail gown by Armani Privé. Freya Drohan, InStyle, 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ensured
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  • Max Greenfield is sharing an update on the New Girl reunion, and fans can rest assured about the development.
    Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 31 July 2026
  • Through a transparent and accountable supply chain, brands can strengthen consumer trust, assured that their cotton is sourced from a program committed to continuous environmental stewardship and verifiable accountability.
    SJ Studio, Footwear News, 31 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 4 Aug. 2026.

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