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as in to reassure
to ease the grief or distress of
a minister choosing just the right words to assure the grieving parents of the fallen soldier
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Recent Examples of assure
The Dodgers have not taken the division just yet, but taking two out of three from the Padres assures their stronghold isn’t loosening anytime soon.
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Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
29 June 2026
The goal of providing that commentary is to assure the market that the CFO switch isn’t related to anything unsavory happening with the accounting book.
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Zev Fima,kevin Stankiewicz,
CNBC,
28 June 2026
The commission established in 1937 assures quality and geniality.
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Zuri Primos,
Kansas City Star,
27 June 2026
The winner of this game was assured second place behind the United States in the group with Australia also clinching that spot with a draw thanks to a better goal differential than Paraguay.
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ABC News,
26 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for assure
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
29 June 2026
The goal of providing that commentary is to assure the market that the CFO switch isn’t related to anything unsavory happening with the accounting book.
—
Zev Fima,kevin Stankiewicz,
CNBC,
28 June 2026
The commission established in 1937 assures quality and geniality.
—
Zuri Primos,
Kansas City Star,
27 June 2026
The winner of this game was assured second place behind the United States in the group with Australia also clinching that spot with a draw thanks to a better goal differential than Paraguay.
—
ABC News,
26 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for assure
Recent Examples of Synonyms for assure
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As first responders worked to get Donald Bellos into the ambulance, his mother could be seen on the body camera footage by his side, reassuring him.
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Instead, the study should reassure coffee drinkers that moderate coffee consumption may fit into a liver-healthy lifestyle.
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Products with a broad range, such as beer, would benefit from multiple subcategories, ensuring that the production process is not prioritized over the alcoholic content.
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To ensure safety during outdoor work, adhere to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)'s recommendations by incorporating regular rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments.
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Lush Coconut Body Butter Think of this as the final step in achieving expensive-looking skin—rich enough to comfort dry areas yet lightweight enough to leave behind a polished, radiant finish.
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After learning the news, Messi flew back to Argentina from Spain to comfort his future bride, according to Argentina's Para Ti.
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Baking this mac and cheese on a sheet pan guarantees creamy centers and crispy edges in every bite.
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Having the gene does not guarantee a diagnosis later on, but compared to people with other APOE variants in their genome, the likelihood is significantly higher.
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Share a meaningful story with a mentor or a relative far away, because seeing the bigger picture can soothe worries and recenter your priorities.
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The Pineapple Punch Hydrating Face Mask is a single-use, two-piece yellow hydrogel mask infused with ingredients that deliver hydration and soothing benefits.
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“Assure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assure. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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