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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
Paulina Likos,kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 29 May 2026
If possible, place the plant(s) in two secured trash bags, one inside the other, and seal them closed.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 28 May 2026
Long lines at gas stations vanished as pro-business Paz secured fuel imports.
—ABC News, 27 May 2026
Quote of the season Pereira on Elliot Anderson, after seeing the midfielder score what proved to be the goal that secured safety, in the 1-1 home draw with Newcastle on May 10.
—Paul Taylor, New York Times, 27 May 2026
Some strategies work primarily for unsecured debt, such as credit cards and personal loans, but may not help much with secured debts like mortgages or auto loans.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 26 May 2026
The shoe features one strap low across the toes, another higher over the instep and a third acting as an ankle strap, giving the Elsa a more secured fit than the mules and barely-there sandals Swift has worn as of late.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 24 May 2026
Properly secured netting is the most effective way to protect ripening fruit from birds.
—Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 24 May 2026
Jen Jordan and Miracle Rankin, running in the technically non-partisan race, even secured endorsements from Barack Obama and Kamala Harris.
—Irene Wright, USA Today, 20 May 2026
Adam Reiss, NBC news, 31 May 2026
For guests who secured early reservations, the opening offered more than first access to the cocktail menu.
—Kansas City Star, 31 May 2026
The sides remained level through extra time but Enrique’s side secured their second Champions League in a row after Arsenal’s Eberechi Eze and Gabriel missed penalties in the shoot-out.
—Jessica Hopkins, New York Times, 31 May 2026
If Russian initiatives fail, the energy interests of Europe, China, and the United States will be better secured.
—Wesley Alexander Hill, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
Objects that are outdoors should be secured and caution should be taken if driving.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 30 May 2026
The chemistry between Brantley and Soccer secured the part for them both.
—Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 30 May 2026
Merlin recently secured a contract worth more than $100 million with the US Air Force to eventually bring the technology to C-130 cargo planes.
—Pete Muntean, CNN Money, 24 May 2026
Later, many of those acquaintances would leave again, some through their jobs, others by making investments in European countries which secured them citizenship.
—Ayşegül Savaş, New Yorker, 24 May 2026
Adjective
The Blue Origin explosion occurred during a ground test while the rocket remained secured to the launch pad; no injuries were reported.
—Paulina Likos,kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 29 May 2026
If possible, place the plant(s) in two secured trash bags, one inside the other, and seal them closed.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 28 May 2026
Long lines at gas stations vanished as pro-business Paz secured fuel imports.
—ABC News, 27 May 2026
Quote of the season Pereira on Elliot Anderson, after seeing the midfielder score what proved to be the goal that secured safety, in the 1-1 home draw with Newcastle on May 10.
—Paul Taylor, New York Times, 27 May 2026
Some strategies work primarily for unsecured debt, such as credit cards and personal loans, but may not help much with secured debts like mortgages or auto loans.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 26 May 2026
The shoe features one strap low across the toes, another higher over the instep and a third acting as an ankle strap, giving the Elsa a more secured fit than the mules and barely-there sandals Swift has worn as of late.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 24 May 2026
Properly secured netting is the most effective way to protect ripening fruit from birds.
—Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 24 May 2026
Jen Jordan and Miracle Rankin, running in the technically non-partisan race, even secured endorsements from Barack Obama and Kamala Harris.
—Irene Wright, USA Today, 20 May 2026
Verb
The agency said visits could resume now that the area around Delaney Hall has been secured.
—Adam Reiss, NBC news, 31 May 2026
For guests who secured early reservations, the opening offered more than first access to the cocktail menu.
—Kansas City Star, 31 May 2026
The sides remained level through extra time but Enrique’s side secured their second Champions League in a row after Arsenal’s Eberechi Eze and Gabriel missed penalties in the shoot-out.
—Jessica Hopkins, New York Times, 31 May 2026
If Russian initiatives fail, the energy interests of Europe, China, and the United States will be better secured.
—Wesley Alexander Hill, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
Objects that are outdoors should be secured and caution should be taken if driving.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 30 May 2026
The chemistry between Brantley and Soccer secured the part for them both.
—Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 30 May 2026
Merlin recently secured a contract worth more than $100 million with the US Air Force to eventually bring the technology to C-130 cargo planes.
—Pete Muntean, CNN Money, 24 May 2026
Later, many of those acquaintances would leave again, some through their jobs, others by making investments in European countries which secured them citizenship.
—Ayşegül Savaş, New Yorker, 24 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for secured
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Protecting The Night Sky From Light Pollution The RAS argues nighttime should be treated as a protected part of the natural environment, requiring safeguards similar to those applied to daytime environmental conservation.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
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California consumers are suing Cento Fine Foods, alleging the company falsely labels its products as containing San Marzano tomatoes, a premium Italian variety with protected status requiring specific consortium certification.—
Itzel Luna,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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The attached guest quarters have a private entrance off the pool terrace while the standalone guest house spans 1,485 square feet.—
Sandra Barrera,
Oc Register,
28 May 2026
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Amazon also has dozens of launches on ULA’s new Vulcan rocket under contract, but ULA continues to try and solve an issue with its attached solid rocket boosters before Vulcan flies again.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 May 2026
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But Valli defended his decision to stay on the road.—
Emily Zemler,
Rolling Stone,
30 May 2026
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Lawmakers publicly defended the observatory.—
Ingmar Rentzhog,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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Owens resigned as executive producer of 60 Minutes in April, 2025, saying that he no longer could be assured of editorial independence.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
1 June 2026
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Also last year, Kemper assured PEOPLE that the love amongst the cast members is still going strong — as is their collective group chat.—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
31 May 2026
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The battery itself is housed in a box that’s fastened to a spine frame connecting the swingarm and motor to the headstock.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
27 May 2026
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Use the appropriate fasteners to secure it to the blocking that is fastened to the studs.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
20 May 2026
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This rapid breakthrough, combined with early reforms such as releasing political prisoners and allowing a freer press, earned him the Nobel Peace Prize.—
Nimi Princewill,
CNN Money,
31 May 2026
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Bianco earned a 1 percentage point increase, while Mahan and Porter lost 3 and 5 percentage points, respectively.—
Andrea Flores,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 2026
Adjective
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When that happens, people become more guarded, less open and less willing to engage.—
Tony Gambill,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2026
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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
Adjective
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Years later, when tragedy strikes again and a mysterious inheritance surfaces, Ruth is forced to confront unsettling truths about the women who raised her and decide whether to redefine her future or remain bound to the past.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
22 May 2026
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The bound paper booklets in which students hand-write their responses to test questions have surged in popularity during the AI explosion.—
Jamil Zaki,
CNBC,
12 May 2026
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“Secured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/secured. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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