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How is the word assure distinct from other similar verbs?

Some common synonyms of assure are ensure, insure, and secure. While all these words mean "to make a thing or person sure," assure distinctively implies the removal of doubt and suspense from a person's mind.

I assure you that no harm will be done

How does the word ensure relate to other synonyms for assure?

Ensure, insure, and assure are interchangeable in many contexts where they indicate the making certain or inevitable of an outcome, but ensure may imply a virtual guarantee.

the government has ensured the safety of the refugees

Where would insure be a reasonable alternative to assure?

The synonyms insure and assure are sometimes interchangeable, but insure sometimes stresses the taking of necessary measures beforehand.

careful planning should insure the success of the party

In what contexts can secure take the place of assure?

In some situations, the words secure and assure are roughly equivalent. However, secure implies action taken to guard against attack or loss.

sent reinforcements to secure their position

Examples Sentences

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Recent Examples of assure Republicans early Wednesday could be assured of having 52 seats. Ian Swanson, The Hill, 6 Nov. 2024 His pre-election comments appeared posed to both assure the public and warn off those who might wish to do harm to election workers and voters. The Arizona Republic, 5 Nov. 2024 Yet, Bouchard’s popularity was such that he was almost assured to be elected to his seventh four-year term with about 60% of votes tallied, while Kohli polled about 40%, with 75% of precincts reporting. Bill Laytner, Detroit Free Press, 6 Nov. 2024 Curley mentioned that prior to the election, they were assured the process would run smoothly. Arlyssa D. Becenti, The Arizona Republic, 6 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for assure 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for assure
Verb
  • This focus on the business rather than the person behind it can be reassuring in industries where dependability and consistency matter most.
    Jodie Cook, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
  • In Phoenix, Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes reassured Arizonans that election officials were ready for a long but efficient election day.
    Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • The filing also highlights Upstart's efforts to manage risks associated with its loan portfolio, including credit risk and interest rate fluctuations, to ensure the stability and growth of its marketplace.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
  • But of course, Carr wasn’t interested in fulfilling his role as a watchdog ensuring fairness on the public airwaves.
    Josef Adalian, Vulture, 7 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • The Department of Justice indicted Trump with obstruction of an official proceeding, conspiracy to defraud the United States, conspiracy to knowingly make a false statement, and assisting, aiding or comforting an insurrection.
    Danny Emerman, The Mercury News, 4 Nov. 2024
  • Ariana Grande is comforting Cynthia Erivo on the Wicked press tour.
    Tommy McArdle, People.com, 4 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • Neither candidate is an incumbent, guaranteeing someone new will be joining the school board.
    Alexcia Negrete, Orange County Register, 9 Nov. 2024
  • The 2023 event itself was a great display of the game’s top players competing in round robin competition and guaranteeing semi-finals quality matches throughout the weekend.
    Todd Boss, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • Instead, try to soothe yourself back to sleep by visualizing something calming, like leaves floating down a stream or bubbles blowing through the air on a summer day.
    Angela Haupt, TIME, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Lower temperature and more hat-wearing can lead to a flaky scalp, but these dandruff shampoos can help soothe your skin.
    Elizabeth Robinson, NBC News, 1 Nov. 2024

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“Assure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assure. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.

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