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 The reclassification of Pluto ensures that the general public can't really ignore the fact that there are many solar system bodies with sizes between planets and asteroids that are no less important than the planets themselves. Robert Lea, Space.com, 24 Aug. 2026 The ongoing wait ensures a fourth Premier League season has now begun with the charges hanging over Manchester City, who have repeatedly denied any wrongdoing. Philip Buckingham, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2026 Local eco-systems have been respected; a plant nursery on site ensures the development and growth of local species and the preservation of the existing flora and fauna. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Aug. 2026 Through a blend of camellia alba, blue ginger, hyaluronic acid, and vitamins C and E, this antioxidant-rich mist delivers not only a refreshingly cool sensation, but ensures your skin is protected against antioxidants and quenched. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 21 Aug. 2026 Several months ago, the district launched a guiding coalition that included administrators and more than 100 teachers to examine its one-to-one device model, which ensures every student has a computer. Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 21 Aug. 2026 The company’s denim production also meets criteria for Bluesign certification, which ensures safe chemicals, low environmental impact and worker safety. Jennifer Bringle, Footwear News, 21 Aug. 2026 Costa Rica's system is comparatively protective — ICAFE ensures farmers receive 80% of the FOB [Freight on Board] export price — but that only goes so far. Jennifer Leigh Parker, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026 Worthwhile brands take pride in third-party testing, as well as first milking collection, which ensures the colostrum was collected within 24 hours after the calf nurses. Cheryl Fenton, Flow Space, 17 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ensures
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  • Getting to East Lake all but assures a spot in all four majors.
    ABC News, ABC News, 19 Aug. 2026
  • In the face of pushback — including activists who cover up or disable the cameras — Flock assures the public that its products should only be used with strict privacy and accountability measures.
    Steven Greenhut, Oc Register, 14 Aug. 2026
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  • Booking through this system is the only mechanism that guarantees a transit date for vessels.
    Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 21 Aug. 2026
  • But Charter executives have discussed exiting that relationship, which guarantees the team about $200 million a year in revenue, according to people familiar with the company’s plans who were not authorized to comment.
    Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 21 Aug. 2026

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“Ensures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ensures. Accessed 27 Aug. 2026.

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