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as in defended
to drive danger or attack away from
sent troops to secure the city
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as in assured
to make sure, certain, or safe
a retirement account that will help to secure our future
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as in fastened
to put securely in place or in a desired position
candidates for admission are asked to secure a recent photo to their application forms
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as in earned
to receive as return for effort
finally secured a job after sending out dozens of applications
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as in protected
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as in attached
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Recent Examples of secured
Penny Weaver, Arkansas Online, 8 Sep. 2025
With more than $100 million in secured backlog, INCORAGE continues to prove that principled execution can drive both reliability and growth.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2025
The only members of Houston’s bullpen that do have minor-league options are Bryan King and Bennett Sousa, two southpaws who have all but secured leverage roles in the wake of Josh Hader’s shoulder injury.
—Chandler Rome, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2025
Space Forge signed strategic agreements with the European Space Agency and secured backing from the UK Space Agency to support its first in-orbit demonstration mission.
—Shelli Brunswick, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2025
James’s lawsuit will only seek restitution for New York residents whereas the CFPB could’ve secured relief nationwide.
—PC Magazine, 13 Aug. 2025
Miki’oi arrived on scene and secured lines to the Discovery.
—Alex Nitzberg, FOXNews.com, 11 Aug. 2025
The ball-hawk defensive back secured six interceptions, one defensive touchdown, and 59 total tackles in the 2024 season.
—James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Aug. 2025
The company recently announced the closure of its Series A financing round and secured Sylvester Stallone as a strategic partner and investor.
—Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 6 Aug. 2025
Mary Ramsey
updated September 9, Charlotte Observer, 10 Sep. 2025
McCarthy and company secured 21 unanswered points in the fourth quarter.
—James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
The move not only secured consistent quality and pricing but also reduced Walmart’s vulnerability to commodity spikes and processing bottlenecks.
—Brian Delp, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
OpenAI is reported to be fetching a $500 billion valuation, while Anthropic last week secured a $13 billion funding round at a $183 billion valuation.
—Ryan Browne, CNBC, 9 Sep. 2025
The government’s vehicle still had the keys inside the car as well as a gun secured in a safe when the man towed it, according to prosecutors.
—Julia Marnin, Sacbee.com, 2 Sep. 2025
After the facility was secured, a signal was sent to the strike force to begin moving barricades to consolidate the operation.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 2 Sep. 2025
Portugal secured the third spot due to the availability of a D7 visa, which is aimed at retirees and remote workers with a passive income of at least €870 (approximately $1,015) per month.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2025
Black Doves secured Knightley's fourth-ever Golden Globe nomination, but marked her first time being recognized for a TV role.
—Julia Moore, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
Verb
Expending taxpayer funds on a capital project without secured or approved funding is both fiscally irresponsible and a violation of sound budgeting practices.
—Penny Weaver, Arkansas Online, 8 Sep. 2025
With more than $100 million in secured backlog, INCORAGE continues to prove that principled execution can drive both reliability and growth.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2025
The only members of Houston’s bullpen that do have minor-league options are Bryan King and Bennett Sousa, two southpaws who have all but secured leverage roles in the wake of Josh Hader’s shoulder injury.
—Chandler Rome, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2025
Space Forge signed strategic agreements with the European Space Agency and secured backing from the UK Space Agency to support its first in-orbit demonstration mission.
—Shelli Brunswick, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2025
James’s lawsuit will only seek restitution for New York residents whereas the CFPB could’ve secured relief nationwide.
—PC Magazine, 13 Aug. 2025
Miki’oi arrived on scene and secured lines to the Discovery.
—Alex Nitzberg, FOXNews.com, 11 Aug. 2025
The ball-hawk defensive back secured six interceptions, one defensive touchdown, and 59 total tackles in the 2024 season.
—James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Aug. 2025
The company recently announced the closure of its Series A financing round and secured Sylvester Stallone as a strategic partner and investor.
—Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 6 Aug. 2025
Adjective
Many of the Democratic primary victors will be unopposed in the general election, meaning Tuesday’s win secured their council seats for the next term.
—Mary Ramsey
updated September 9, Charlotte Observer, 10 Sep. 2025
McCarthy and company secured 21 unanswered points in the fourth quarter.
—James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
The move not only secured consistent quality and pricing but also reduced Walmart’s vulnerability to commodity spikes and processing bottlenecks.
—Brian Delp, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
OpenAI is reported to be fetching a $500 billion valuation, while Anthropic last week secured a $13 billion funding round at a $183 billion valuation.
—Ryan Browne, CNBC, 9 Sep. 2025
The government’s vehicle still had the keys inside the car as well as a gun secured in a safe when the man towed it, according to prosecutors.
—Julia Marnin, Sacbee.com, 2 Sep. 2025
After the facility was secured, a signal was sent to the strike force to begin moving barricades to consolidate the operation.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 2 Sep. 2025
Portugal secured the third spot due to the availability of a D7 visa, which is aimed at retirees and remote workers with a passive income of at least €870 (approximately $1,015) per month.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2025
Black Doves secured Knightley's fourth-ever Golden Globe nomination, but marked her first time being recognized for a TV role.
—Julia Moore, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for secured
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Proponents of the relocation, however, believe it is protected by their First Amendment religious rights.—
Taylor Seely,
AZCentral.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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And the biggest improvement of all — Harrell protected the ball, finishing the game 17 of 29 for 140 yards.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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All this on account of a funny little book I’d been assured could never succeed.—
Joanne Harris
September 8,
Literary Hub,
8 Sep. 2025
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The data follows the lackluster August jobs report that helped fuel investor hope that the Federal Reserve is all but assured to lower benchmark interest rates at its policy meeting later this month.—
Brian Evans,
CNBC,
7 Sep. 2025
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This roster is held together like wet cardboard fastened by cellophane tape.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
9 Sep. 2025
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Stay in your vehicle with your seatbelt fastened and wait for the storm to pass.—
Staff reports,
AZCentral.com,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Velasco's wife, a teacher who earned her doctorate alongside him, pushed him to change his approach.—
Erick Trevino,
AZCentral.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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The scene touched the hearts of viewers and earned rave reviews from critics.—
Carson Blackwelder,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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One such group of survivors lives on a small island connected to the mainland by a single, heavily defended causeway.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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In 11 games for Wisconsin, Lucas recorded 18 tackles, one interception and three defended passes.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
9 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Mainland investors continue to accumulate the stock via Southbound Stock Connect, as shown in the attached chart.—
Brendan Ahern,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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There’s also an attached three-car garage on the premises.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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For immigration attorneys and legal service providers, the shift also raises new ethical and practical considerations regarding how client funds are collected, safeguarded and processed.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Sep. 2025
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Crops are safeguarded, incomes remain steady, and the region’s agricultural and energy gains are protected for the long term.—
Sean Lee,
Forbes.com,
11 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Then, Estévez ensured the Royals would walk away victorious and Avila earning his first big-league win.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
11 Sep. 2025
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This strategy ensured everyone was happy.—
Linnea Bailey,
Southern Living,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Secured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/secured. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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