secures

present tense third-person singular of secure
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as in ensures
to make sure, certain, or safe a retirement account that will help to secure our future

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Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of secures Each secures and slides via a series of side rails that look very similar to the ones for adjusting height of the grates on my Camp Chef vault smoker. — New Atlas, 25 Sep. 2026 Florey also argued that the County Board cannot interfere with how the clerk secures services or dictate if a particular service, such as printing of ballots, must be bid out. — Alicia Fabbre, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2026 But the funding still secures a sizeable cash infusion for the deal — which, including billions of dollars in debt, is currently valued at nearly $111 billion based on outstanding shares. — ABC News, 18 Sep. 2026 Through their advocacy work, Chi-CARN secures surplus supplies from manufacturers like SmartAir and Wellbefore, which offload bulk inventory to the coalition, and then lends them out through the ToolBank. — Mikayla Price, CBS News, 16 Sep. 2026 Schaunaman said the area should be back to normal once the gas company fixes the line and secures the line. — Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 14 Sep. 2026 Its next phase will not be defined only by who dominates the biggest tournaments or secures the most visible sponsorships. — Alison Bringé, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2026 Many Mexicans agree with their president that the reform secures allegiance. — Whitney Eulich, Christian Science Monitor, 9 Sep. 2026 With Fox, Disney, Netflix, NBCUniversal and perhaps others all expected to explore bids, broadcasters like Cantor would likely want to keep their options open for whichever company ultimately secures them. — Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 8 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for secures
Verb
  • And in the full sentence that is a school, curricular interruptions are security threats to the accreditation evaluation that protects the bottom line.
    — Sophie Landres, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2026
  • Despite the camp’s reprieve, which protects those housed there from possible forcible removal to Afghanistan, residents have little hope of being allowed to enter the United States.
    — Matthew Lee, Los Angeles Times, 29 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • The shoulder strap that comes with it ensures that portability is easy and comfortable.
    — George Yang, PC Magazine, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Doing so ensures the mulch remains toxin-free, biodegradable, and natural, which is crucial for maintaining a healthy garden environment.
    — SJ McShane, Martha Stewart, 27 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Unique to the mid-top is a metal hook that fastens its collar strap, replacing the plastic hook traditionally seen on the Air Force 1 Mid.
    — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 16 Aug. 2026
  • My favorite detail is the red ribbon on Giovanna’s right shoulder, which fastens her sleeve to her dress and floats over the darkness.
    — Zachary Fine, New Yorker, 20 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • The shop earns bonus points for throwing in complimentary doughnut holes which make an ideal midday treat with coffee.
    — Lia Picard, AJC.com, 27 Sep. 2026
  • My experience is that strong outreach earns nearly 25% positive responses, so content and volume matter.
    — Pradeep Prasana Kanagaraj, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • She was also endorsed by Moms for Liberty, a parental rights advocacy group, and the California Rifle and Pistol Association, a nonprofit that defends gun rights.
    — Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Continue reading … CAT FIGHT — Kitten rescue defends ‘NO F---ING MAGA’ adoption policy as PETA calls for it to be abolished.
    — , FOXNews.com, 24 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • The absence of genuine opposition all but assures the Kremlin will keep tight control of the Russian political scene amid mounting economic costs and increasing Ukrainian attacks on oil refineries and online retailers.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 17 Sep. 2026
  • Then the celebration hits a sour note when Liz assures Alice that the team doesn’t hate her.
    — Keith Phipps, Vulture, 9 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Whoever wins the upcoming presidential election will inherit these sources of weakness.
    — MATIAS SPEKTOR, Foreign Affairs, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Make sure your bet wins — this is key to unlocking the bonus.
    — OutKick, FOXNews.com, 2 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • The Brooklyn Museum’s second contract guarantees annual raises and increases the minimum salaries for full-time positions to between $63,585 and $129,854, depending on position level.
    — Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 2 Oct. 2026
  • One rule of thumb is to always choose somewhere displaying the VPN sign outside—this stands for Verace Pizza Napoletana, and guarantees that the pizza will be made according to an exacting set of criteria.
    — Nicky Swallow, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Sep. 2026

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“Secures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/secures. Accessed 3 Oct. 2026.

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