make sure
Idioms-
Make certain, establish something without doubt, as in Make sure all the doors are locked . It is also put as make sure of , as in Before you make that speech, make sure of your facts . This usage was first recorded in 1565.
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make sure of . Act so as to be certain of something, as in He wanted to make sure of his own district before seeking support elsewhere . This usage was first recorded in 1673.
Example Sentences
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So before adding a child as an authorized user, make sure you’re using the account responsibly yourself.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026
“We are trying to calm the streets to make sure things don’t escalate further,” said Razi El Hage, a Lebanese Forces member of parliament representing the area.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
By giving an episode to each of our lead four characters, we could use their view of the island to make sure the complexity of Golding’s telling shined.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
Continue the premiums by direct debit and make sure that the insurance company has no reason or loophole to cancel it for lack of payment.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026
Mutti asked me to take care of Marlene, and to make sure that she had something to eat and drink.
From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo
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