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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"We want to make sure that such mistakes or irregularities do not happen again," he said.
From BBC ● Oct. 8, 2026
“We need to make sure the trucks already serving the port that are zero-emission can keep operating,” Hacegaba said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 8, 2026
“Our responsibility would be to make sure that any new track is inspected and safe for operations,” she said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 8, 2026
"I always make sure to see a picture of their child, to ask about their child," he added.
From BBC ● Oct. 8, 2026
‘Let me go after her. She’s my sister. I need to make sure she’s all right.’
From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler
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