ensures

present tense third-person singular of ensure
as in assures
to make sure, certain, or safe regulations that ensure the wholesomeness of our food

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Recent Examples of ensures It’s made from a soft and stretchy polyester-spandex blend that not only ensures extra comfort, but also keeps you sweat-free in the summer sun. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 June 2026 For instance, its strategic partner Cone Denim is only a five-minute drive from Parras, and the group ensures that textiles are available by pre-booking and reserving fabrics, which cuts six to eight weeks out of the process. Sj Studio, Footwear News, 12 June 2026 Workspace isolation ensures the agent can't access other departments' data. Bernard Aceituno, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026 Bermuda shorts tend to be a tricky silhouette for petite frames, but Gap’s petite sizing ensures these hit above the knee as designed—a rare win for those of us eager to try out the popular style. Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 12 June 2026 Despite the administration's shifting explanations about the future of the slush fund, the court's order ensures that taxpayer dollars cannot be distributed through this unlawful scheme while the courts fully consider the serious constitutional issues at stake. Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 12 June 2026 Communities for a Better Environment ensures affordable housing on the site. Daniel Borenstein, Mercury News, 12 June 2026 And Rowe Sanctuary, which celebrated 50 years of conservation in 2025, ensures that travelers will continue to witness it. Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 June 2026 This method ensures a steady and abundant fruit production. Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 4 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ensures
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  • General manager Fredrik Harfors assures that there was never cause for concern.
    Carrie Bell, Forbes.com, 11 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
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  • Courts have held that the right to an interpreter is protected by the Sixth Amendment, which guarantees the right to a fair trial – including understanding court proceedings and communicating with counsel.
    Carol Rose Little, The Conversation, 12 June 2026
  • Wins are good, obviously, but in this new 48-team format, one win in group play essentially guarantees placement in the round of 32.
    Chris Branch, New York Times, 12 June 2026

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“Ensures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ensures. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.

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