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as in protecting
to drive danger or attack away from
sent troops to secure the city
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as in ensuring
to make sure, certain, or safe
a retirement account that will help to secure our future
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as in fastening
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 earning
to receive as return for effort
finally secured a job after sending out dozens of applications
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Recent Examples of securing
For that reason, executive travel remains essential for driving high-stakes deals forward, securing major partnerships, connecting with suppliers, and building trust through face-to-face interactions.
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Julian Hayes Ii,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2026
On the Republican side, businessman Rick Jackson, a billionaire healthcare executive who grew up in poverty and previously lived in Atlanta public housing, won the GOP runoff earlier this month, securing his party's nomination.
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Cbs News Atlanta Digital Team,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
Miranda has been hoping to make a Warriors musical for a long time, securing the rights to a stage adaptation several years ago.
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Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
23 June 2026
The 40-year-old joined the club in December 2021, securing promotion to the Championship the following season.
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Sam Joseph,
New York Times,
23 June 2026
This high compatibility with current chip-making infrastructure could help the technology to rapidly commercialize and lead the next-generation thermal management market, securing a stable and cost-effective supply chain.
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Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
23 June 2026
Attacks on the industrial systems that run our energy infrastructure are climbing fast, and securing those systems is no longer separate from securing the energy supply.
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Vimal Kapur,
Fortune,
23 June 2026
The move, aimed at securing Finland’s collective defense, roughly doubled NATO’s border with Russia.
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Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
18 June 2026
Italy ranked second overall, securing 144 top-tier medals, with Best in Shows going to wines from Tuscany, Piedmont, Sicily and Lombardy.
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Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
17 June 2026
Julian Hayes Ii,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2026
On the Republican side, businessman Rick Jackson, a billionaire healthcare executive who grew up in poverty and previously lived in Atlanta public housing, won the GOP runoff earlier this month, securing his party's nomination.
—
Cbs News Atlanta Digital Team,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
Miranda has been hoping to make a Warriors musical for a long time, securing the rights to a stage adaptation several years ago.
—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
23 June 2026
The 40-year-old joined the club in December 2021, securing promotion to the Championship the following season.
—
Sam Joseph,
New York Times,
23 June 2026
This high compatibility with current chip-making infrastructure could help the technology to rapidly commercialize and lead the next-generation thermal management market, securing a stable and cost-effective supply chain.
—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
23 June 2026
Attacks on the industrial systems that run our energy infrastructure are climbing fast, and securing those systems is no longer separate from securing the energy supply.
—
Vimal Kapur,
Fortune,
23 June 2026
The move, aimed at securing Finland’s collective defense, roughly doubled NATO’s border with Russia.
—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
18 June 2026
Italy ranked second overall, securing 144 top-tier medals, with Best in Shows going to wines from Tuscany, Piedmont, Sicily and Lombardy.
—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
17 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for securing
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Martha Lopez-Anderson is executive director of Parent Heart Watch, a nonprofit based in Orlando that is dedicated to protecting children and young adults from sudden cardiac arrest and preventable sudden cardiac death by educating and advocating for change.
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Khalil trained a generation of volunteers in ecological conservation, protecting the Mediterranean coastline and the endangered sea turtles that travel hundreds of miles to return to the same beaches where they were hatched to lay their eggs.
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The group provides not only mentors, but case teams for each boy, ensuring that all his needs are met, from academic to emotional.
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That means a positive outcome in the negotiations ultimately hinge on Israel’s support, the person added, with only a retreat from Lebanon fully ensuring that the intermediate deal can move forward.
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Video shared on Facebook by comedian Mike Goldstein shows the man appearing to stumble out of the restroom while still fastening his belt.
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Lyonne, who was reportedly boarding a red-eye flight to New York City on Delta Air Lines, was allegedly escorted off the plane after failing to follow flight instructions, per the outlet, which included closing her laptop and fastening her seatbelt before takeoff.
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One of the most accomplished individuals in Tech’s sports history, Hall coached the Yellow Jackets from 1994 through 2025, earning ACC coach of the year honors five times.
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After earning a bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering from North Carolina State University in 2015, Davis completed a master’s degree in space studies with a concentration in aerospace science from American Military University between 2018 and 2022.
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The defending Western Conference champs pick up Quaintance, a defensive-minded bruiser with size and athleticism who projects to be a center or power forward on the next level.
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When the odds opened for the upcoming title fight, the defending champ was a -300 favorite over the +250 challenger.
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This is his way of assuring the public that he did not get taken to the cleaners—because, of course, his affable partners would never do that.
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The city issued a statement on Monday, apologizing for the incident and assuring the public that the inclusion of the images was not intentional.
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However, instead of the pilot starting the engines during pushback and the tug disconnecting afterward, TaxiBot remains attached to the nose gear via a specialized pivoting clamping platform.
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The plush cushioning in the earcups, leatherette finish, and modest clamping force hold them securely.
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The New York Knicks winning the NBA Finals was a tremendous accomplishment for the organization and its players, while also bringing a joyous end to the team's long championship drought for fans.
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Lendeborg, 23, was the Big Ten player of the year and leader of Michigan’s national championship-winning team.
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“Securing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/securing. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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