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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"I'm just amazed at how so many communities and these election people are coming together to make sure every single vote is cast," said voter Coretta Fraser, a human resources manager.
From Barron's ● Nov. 8, 2026
“I want to make some change in the world with my product, so I need to make sure I can perform at my best,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 8, 2026
Before you proceed with any recommendation — be it this annuity or anything else that comes up in the future — make sure you understand what it is and why it’s for you.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 6, 2026
“Your challenge as a showrunner is to bring together a very diverse group of people with a very diverse group of skills and to make sure that they’re all playing the same song,” Payne says.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 5, 2026
The protesters were met by a group of counterprotesters who are determined to make sure the Manor opens and welcomes as many people of color as possible.
From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold
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