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as in protecting
to drive danger or attack away from
sent troops to secure the city
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2
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
The Spurs still had plenty of time to get a shot up, but Stephon Castle wasn’t able to hoist it on the inbound pass, securing the historic victory for New York, who are now just a game away from their first title since 1973.
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Jacob Lev, CNN Money, 11 June 2026
Supporters declare victory as late ballots push a half-cent healthcare sales tax ahead with just over 50% support countywide, securing simple-majority passage after trailing in early election-night returns.
—Rebecca Ellis, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2026
So securing that role was an immense coup for Goldman.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 10 June 2026
City and state police have assisted ICE in securing the detention site in the more than two weeks since protests and riots erupted, unlike at similar riots outside ICE facilities in Portland and Chicago last year.
—Anna Giaritelli, The Washington Examiner, 10 June 2026
Senator Andy Kim, a former State Department and USAID employee, suggests securing access to critical minerals could be a key component of foreign assistance, for example.
—Missy Ryan, The Atlantic, 10 June 2026
After a three-match suspension, Aguirre was back on the El Tri sideline, once again pulling off the seemingly impossible, securing a spot in the 2010 World Cup for Mexico.
—Scott M. Reid, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
But Meunier said securing that event required headlining sponsors US Bank, Medtronic, Ecolab, Xcel Energy and Vikings to open their checkbooks to provide private funding.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 10 June 2026
Katrina Talamantes ran unopposed in the 3rd District, securing re-election to a third term.
—Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 3 June 2026
Jacob Lev, CNN Money, 11 June 2026
Supporters declare victory as late ballots push a half-cent healthcare sales tax ahead with just over 50% support countywide, securing simple-majority passage after trailing in early election-night returns.
—Rebecca Ellis, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2026
So securing that role was an immense coup for Goldman.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 10 June 2026
City and state police have assisted ICE in securing the detention site in the more than two weeks since protests and riots erupted, unlike at similar riots outside ICE facilities in Portland and Chicago last year.
—Anna Giaritelli, The Washington Examiner, 10 June 2026
Senator Andy Kim, a former State Department and USAID employee, suggests securing access to critical minerals could be a key component of foreign assistance, for example.
—Missy Ryan, The Atlantic, 10 June 2026
After a three-match suspension, Aguirre was back on the El Tri sideline, once again pulling off the seemingly impossible, securing a spot in the 2010 World Cup for Mexico.
—Scott M. Reid, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
But Meunier said securing that event required headlining sponsors US Bank, Medtronic, Ecolab, Xcel Energy and Vikings to open their checkbooks to provide private funding.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 10 June 2026
Katrina Talamantes ran unopposed in the 3rd District, securing re-election to a third term.
—Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 3 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for securing
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Hong, of Michigan State, said the new findings are an important reminder to keep pulse pressure in check as a means of protecting brain and heart health in the long term.—
Lindsey Leake,
NBC news,
14 June 2026
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Kids today are passionate about protecting the planet, and their eco-conscious habits can inspire families to make more sustainable choices.—
Sarah Scott,
Parents,
14 June 2026
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Every small step toward ensuring our fellow neighbors have access to fresh, nutritious food helps to build a healthier, more vibrant community.—
Michael Farver,
Sun Sentinel,
14 June 2026
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What are my realistic options for [limiting out-of-pocket exposure/ensuring comprehensive coverage]?—
Eve Cunningham,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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To install an awning involves assembling the unit and then fastening it to the siding with interlocking hangers.—
Tribune Content Agency,
Baltimore Sun,
19 May 2026
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In a video shared on Facebook by comedian Mike Goldstein, the man can be seen stumbling out of the bathroom while still fastening his belt.—
Desiree Anello,
PEOPLE,
17 May 2026
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The Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program provides food assistance to those in very-low-income households which are those earning less than 130 percent of the poverty guideline.—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
11 June 2026
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To ease the financial burden on the most impoverished, the government said tax exemptions would apply to micro-enterprises and those earning less than $680 a month.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 June 2026
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The Inter Miami captain scored a hat trick for defending World Cup champion Argentina in a 3-0 rout of Algeria in their tournament opener.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
17 June 2026
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But Cape Verde simply did not wilt in a solid, switched-on 4-5-1 defensive shape, compressing space between the lines and defending heroically in their own penalty area to keep the European Champions at bay, and committing only one foul in the process — the fewest ever recorded in a World Cup game.—
Thom Harris,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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Syrian Defense Ministry spokesman Hassan Abdel-Ghani released a video showing himself in military fatigues, assuring the populace that the army’s intervention was aimed at ensuring their safety.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
15 July 2025
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The display is likely to be seen as less than assuring, as Abdel-Ghani was directly implicated in the mass slaughter of Alawite civilians in March, the last major sectarian breakdown along the coast.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
15 July 2025
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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.—
David Szondy
June 07,
New Atlas,
7 June 2026
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Both pairs feature removable earcups with generous padding and a gentle clamping force.—
Christian de Looper,
PC Magazine,
16 Apr. 2026
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The 38-year-old is not easing his way into this match, helping clear an early ball for Argentina by tracking into the defensive backfield and winning possession himself as his side struggled to clear its lines.—
NBC News,
NBC news,
17 June 2026
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But while other African nations, such as Morocco, are now winning the battle for talent with countries such as France or Spain, Ghana is missing out.—
Simon Hughes,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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“Securing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/securing. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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