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noun

1
as in contract
a formal agreement to fulfill an obligation the contractors gave us a written guarantee that the work on the house would be done by Christmas

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2
as in pledge
something given or held to assure that the giver will keep a promise you'll have to give your car keys as a guarantee that you'll come back

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Recent Examples of guarantee
Verb
My main advice here is to choose a firm with experience in system migrations that offers backup solutions, reconciliation protocols and risk-mitigation measures to guarantee a smooth transition. Loran Armstrong, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025 Even after this period of growth for most Americans, a higher net worth doesn’t guarantee an easier life. Mark Dent, HubSpot, 16 May 2025
Noun
Today the rule of state is the guarantee for all sects. Amira El-Fekki‎, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 May 2025 Absent a formal trade deal, there's no guarantee that President Trump won't again raise tariffs on China once the truce expires after 90 days and that Beijing won't also retaliate. Alain Sherter, CBS News, 13 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for guarantee
Recent Examples of Synonyms for guarantee
Verb
  • Though a collab didn’t happen then, the two bonded after they were connected through Justin’s mentor Usher (Diddy used to be Usher’s mentor as well).
    Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 16 May 2025
  • Johnson’s flagship initiative — a $1.25 billion bond program — is a continuation of the city practice of bonding for capital investments.
    Paul Vallas, Chicago Tribune, 15 May 2025
Verb
  • Its Multi-Sensor System, combining infrared detection, ultrasonic sensors, and an AI camera, ensures accurate navigation, while the real-time app control allows users to direct the cleaning process to specific areas.
    Jason Phillips, USA Today, 17 May 2025
  • Designed with functionality at the forefront, each pot comes equipped with drainage holes, which help prevent overwatering and ensure water doesn't accumulate at the bottom of the pot, reducing the risk of root rot while promoting healthy growth.
    Toni Sutton, People.com, 16 May 2025
Verb
  • Related article Kurdish separatist leader calls on followers to disarm, potentially ending a five-decade insurgency with Turkey In March, the PKK declared an immediate ceasefire after Ocalan called on fighters to lay down their arms and dissolve the group.
    Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 12 May 2025
  • During his first term in office, Trump often used Potemkin announcements to declare victory in the hopes no one would follow up on the tangibles.
    Philip Elliott, Time, 12 May 2025
Noun
  • The dispute was caused by engineer wages, contract parity with neighboring commuter railroads, and pressures on the agency's funding and fare levels.
    Theo Burman, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 May 2025
  • The no-movement clause on his contract didn’t kick in until July 1.
    Jonas Siegel, New York Times, 19 May 2025
Noun
  • Shoot-for-the-moon pledges are still the right strategy according to the American Chamber of Commerce’s Solomon — whether each dollar comes through over the next several years is a matter that can be dealt with later.
    Natasha Turak, CNBC, 16 May 2025
  • Those looking for just the S1 sealer unit (to use with an existing Cuddy or Cuddy Lite toilet) will find that option at the $350 pledge level.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 15 May 2025
Verb
  • Defense attorney Raven Liberty told the Miami Herald that three years ago, the Broward State Attorney’s Office assured the defense that Melly’s lyrics wouldn’t be used against him.
    Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 12 May 2025
  • The club did not bring in psychologists in an attempt to lift spirits, though sources in the dressing room assure The Athletic that each player has access to his own psychologist or personal coach if required.
    Pol Ballús, New York Times, 11 May 2025
Verb
  • Inspired by classic boom-bap production, lyrically, the track sees Young assert her agency in the bedroom with a new flame.
    Sophie Williams, Billboard, 16 May 2025
  • Centering the incident as a fight over a phone, as attorney Teny Geragos did in the defense’s opening statement, Combs’ team assert what everybody can see doesn’t rise to the charges the feds have hit the All About the Benjamins performer with.
    Dominic Patten, Deadline, 16 May 2025
Noun
  • Keep scrolling to shop more deals during Wayfair’s early Memorial Day sale.
    Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 17 May 2025
  • Recent remake deals have been secured with major players including Nashe Kino in Russia, Athena in India, United King Films in Israel and Vertigo in Hungary.
    Jamie Lang, Variety, 17 May 2025

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“Guarantee.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/guarantee. Accessed 23 May. 2025.

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