Meaning & use

Ensuring

verb·Everyday

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Making certain that something will happen or be the case.

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The team spent extra hours ensuring the report was free of errors.

New locks were installed, ensuring the building's safety overnight.

A note on using this word

Often confused with "insuring," which specifically refers to purchasing insurance coverage.

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