make sure

1. 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.

2. 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

She said they were trying to make sure that there was attention on the matter and that the risk to jobs in the supply chain was properly understood.

From BBC

“It wasn’t just a process of making sure that a cat got a home. It was making sure that a cat got a life.”

From Los Angeles Times

“Starting with me and the rest of the staff, we have to make sure we simplify things so guys can play full speed ahead and there’s less thinking. That’s kind of my whole motto.”

From Los Angeles Times

"So its a bit slower than normal but staff are doing workarounds to take care and make sure that patient care and safety is prioritised and that's our prime focus."

From BBC

The government said it was working to make sure families received "appropriate support" during their stay.

From BBC

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