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[en-shoor, -shur] / ɛnˈʃʊər, -ˈʃɜr /


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Charles, who subsequently led a campaign to ensure the victims' families and dependants were fairly compensated, said his "wonderful" wife would be proud of what he fought for.

From BBC Sep. 11, 2026

By the blessing of God, American Muslims will continue working to ensure that the democracy the American flag represents serves everyone.

From Salon Sep. 11, 2026

Evan Hubinger, whose job at Anthropic is to ensure AI systems align with human values, echoed his concerns.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 11, 2026

“We want to coach teams to ensure greetings connect with customers through authentic hospitality,” the company’s internal training document said.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 11, 2026

I wanted to ensure any effort I made helped advance the new administration’s larger goals.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama

Warm, dry spring weather improves a nest’s chance of survival as it ensures a good nectar supply for the queen to develop her ovaries and good prey populations for her to feed the brood.

From Science Daily Sep. 11, 2026

Come up with a plan that ensures the best outcome for both partners.

From MarketWatch Aug. 31, 2026

“This approach ensures Raley’s remains strong and well-positioned to serve customers and communities for generations to come,” Carbahal said.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 26, 2026

"We are determined to deliver legislation that ensures that all people in Northern Ireland, all victims in Northern Ireland are able to get truth and justice," he added.

From BBC Aug. 25, 2026

Facts are a linguistic device which ensures that experience always trumps authority and reason.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton

Afterward, she ensured Gnocchi always left the house with a collar in addition to the harness.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 8, 2026

“We held the agency accountable, made things right for every customer involved, ensured each was notified directly and provided direct customer support along with courtesy Bilt Points,” a spokesman said.

From Salon Sep. 1, 2026

Sinner beat Alcaraz in April's Monte Carlo final which ensured the Italian reclaimed the top spot in the world rankings - a place which he has not looked like relinquishing since.

From BBC Aug. 21, 2026

He provided his soldiers access to the voting process, and ensured that the men were shielded from the pressures of political harangues or campaigning.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 18, 2026

I had been raised on the stage, and my sharp Ruh wits ensured that I got the better of our exchanges.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss

“This updated policy aligns with industry standards for seasonal items while ensuring we can continue offering a wide selection of high-demand holiday products,” said Home Depot spokesman Tyler Pelfrey.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 9, 2026

The university said in a statement it can prove otherwise and “is committed to ensuring that every student is admitted based on their merit, and not on their race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin.”

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 9, 2026

Von der Leyen indicated in July she supported giving children gradual access to social media and ensuring platforms had safety features on by default.

From Barron's Sep. 8, 2026

"That's why it's urgent to foster closer cooperation between the parties to reconcile construction projects with federal legislation on fossils and promote new discoveries while ensuring the proper preservation of our heritage," Mayer comments.

From Science Daily Sep. 8, 2026

Through the portal window, I see Javier locking himself in the remote-pilot room on the ship, ensuring Nyla or anyone else can’t interfere with us.

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera




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