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as in protected
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as in attached
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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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Recent Examples of secured
Simon Akam, Vanity Fair, 2 Apr. 2026
In 2025 district attorneys filed charges in four cases referred to their offices and secured convictions in three.
—Joe Rubin, Sacbee.com, 1 Apr. 2026
For some, secured cards — where consumers put down a security deposit that functions like a credit limit on a regular credit card — could be a useful option to build a credit history without the same eligibility requirements as unsecured credit cards, Chen says.
—Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 28 Mar. 2026
That’s also how Trump secured funding for immigration enforcement.
—W. James Antle Iii, The Washington Examiner, 20 Mar. 2026
Creditors confronting both foreign trustees and secured interests must evaluate the cost of untangling each layer.
—Ascend Agency, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
Most agencies require that unsecured debt (credit cards, medical bills, personal loans) is your primary problem, as debt management programs generally don't help much with secured debts like mortgages or auto loans.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 12 Mar. 2026
In the 2000s, NUJ secured agreements, including for casual workers on employers’ premises and an agreement with the Guardian Media Group in 2000 that lays out standard rates for freelance contributors.
—Errol Salamon, Encyclopedia Britannica, 11 Mar. 2026
Paul Advisory & Legal Group PLLC works alongside M&A counsel and tax professionals to integrate secured positions, entity structures and distribution mechanics into the broader transaction framework.
—Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 11 Mar. 2026
Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 5 Apr. 2026
Other candidates The rest of the field, for the most part, does not appear to have secured as many high-profile endorsements or raised comparable campaign funding.
—Ethan Varian, Mercury News, 5 Apr. 2026
The city recently secured a $26 million grant from the San Diego Association of Governments for a full rebuild of Palm Avenue — incorporating sidewalks, bike infrastructure, art, lighting and landscaping.
—Walker Armstrong, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
Last month, Serbia secured a further three months of gas imports from Russia following talks between Vucic and Russian leader Vladimir Putin.
—Tim Lister, CNN Money, 5 Apr. 2026
Funding for the first two years has already been secured.
—Jim Defede, CBS News, 5 Apr. 2026
Rescue crews then secured the horse using a wide rubber rope to gently guide it to shore.
—Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
The March 3 primary ended without a clear winner, sending Paxton and Cornyn into a late May runoff after neither secured a majority.
—Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 29 Mar. 2026
The points basically secured the Class 4A title with a 63-55 win over Apple Valley.
—Mike Cook, Twin Cities, 29 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Leon’s invention secured interest from Gaston himself, who came to see him in Venezuela in 1987.
—Simon Akam, Vanity Fair, 2 Apr. 2026
In 2025 district attorneys filed charges in four cases referred to their offices and secured convictions in three.
—Joe Rubin, Sacbee.com, 1 Apr. 2026
For some, secured cards — where consumers put down a security deposit that functions like a credit limit on a regular credit card — could be a useful option to build a credit history without the same eligibility requirements as unsecured credit cards, Chen says.
—Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 28 Mar. 2026
That’s also how Trump secured funding for immigration enforcement.
—W. James Antle Iii, The Washington Examiner, 20 Mar. 2026
Creditors confronting both foreign trustees and secured interests must evaluate the cost of untangling each layer.
—Ascend Agency, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
Most agencies require that unsecured debt (credit cards, medical bills, personal loans) is your primary problem, as debt management programs generally don't help much with secured debts like mortgages or auto loans.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 12 Mar. 2026
In the 2000s, NUJ secured agreements, including for casual workers on employers’ premises and an agreement with the Guardian Media Group in 2000 that lays out standard rates for freelance contributors.
—Errol Salamon, Encyclopedia Britannica, 11 Mar. 2026
Paul Advisory & Legal Group PLLC works alongside M&A counsel and tax professionals to integrate secured positions, entity structures and distribution mechanics into the broader transaction framework.
—Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 11 Mar. 2026
Verb
Last week, the area was secured with a padlock on a chain-link fence and the entire area appeared overgrown with signs of invasive plants such as bittersweet.
—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 5 Apr. 2026
Other candidates The rest of the field, for the most part, does not appear to have secured as many high-profile endorsements or raised comparable campaign funding.
—Ethan Varian, Mercury News, 5 Apr. 2026
The city recently secured a $26 million grant from the San Diego Association of Governments for a full rebuild of Palm Avenue — incorporating sidewalks, bike infrastructure, art, lighting and landscaping.
—Walker Armstrong, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
Last month, Serbia secured a further three months of gas imports from Russia following talks between Vucic and Russian leader Vladimir Putin.
—Tim Lister, CNN Money, 5 Apr. 2026
Funding for the first two years has already been secured.
—Jim Defede, CBS News, 5 Apr. 2026
Rescue crews then secured the horse using a wide rubber rope to gently guide it to shore.
—Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
The March 3 primary ended without a clear winner, sending Paxton and Cornyn into a late May runoff after neither secured a majority.
—Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 29 Mar. 2026
The points basically secured the Class 4A title with a 63-55 win over Apple Valley.
—Mike Cook, Twin Cities, 29 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for secured
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If your income comes primarily from protected sources like Social Security or disability benefits, a court judgment may pose little immediate threat.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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The Surgeon General's office, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency are banned for 10 years from wielding legal, regulatory or economic pressure to persuade the platforms to remove protected speech.—
Jessica Guynn,
USA Today,
26 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The attached video first aired on March 31.—
Caroline Cummings,
CBS News,
6 Apr. 2026
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Simply use the attached pre-cleaning brush to wipe off debris, then wipe with the carbon pads.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
3 Apr. 2026
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Jamahl Mosley‘s group successfully shared the ball by dishing out 33 assists and defended at a high level in spurts by scoring 28 points off 20 takeaways.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 Apr. 2026
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Months after its withering box-office performance, Costner defended his position.—
Declan Gallagher,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 Apr. 2026
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Cora assured Story that Kiner-Falefa was playing third.—
Jen McCaffrey,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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The county has not yet been allocated a cent for the project, but Abruzzo said he’s been assured by lawmakers that the full amount is coming later this year.—
Claire Heddles,
Miami Herald,
7 Apr. 2026
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While other contestants achieved varying results by playing it straight, Rhod Gilbert tied up Horne instead, leaving Horne unable to untie the flimsy rope that Gilbert fastened around his own wrists.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
8 Apr. 2026
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When fastened, the zippers are locked in place, and pickpockets would have to fidget for a moment to get the gadget undone, giving you time to react.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Apr. 2026
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Bednar tallied his second loss of the season after allowing three hits, two runs (one earned) and a walk in the bottom of that frame.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
12 Apr. 2026
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Colfer earned praise and a Golden Globe award for his sensitive portrayal of Kurt's journey, which included several timely bullying storylines.—
James Mercadante,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 Apr. 2026
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Selena Gomez as Mabel Mora Gomez earned an Emmy nomination for her role as Mabel, a guarded and sarcastic millennial who strikes up an unexpected friendship with Charles and Oliver.—
Olivia Singh,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Our spirits remain guarded, but high, for this one; the Venice Film Festival crowd seemed to eat it up.—
Randy Myers,
The Mercury News,
3 Sep. 2024
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If your plant isn’t dormant at the time of repotting, take extra care with the roots, says Estrada, gently loosening any bound root balls when necessary.—
Michelle Mastro,
The Spruce,
12 Mar. 2026
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The Dodgers’ split-squad group that journeyed the 14 miles from Glendale (and ultimately lost to Texas, 7-6) was largely a skeleton crew of Triple-A bound prospects and wannabes.—
Tim Cowlishaw,
Dallas Morning News,
28 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Secured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/secured. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.
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