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as in to protect
to drive danger or attack away from
sent troops to secure the city
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as in to fasten
to put securely in place or in a desired position
candidates for admission are asked to secure a recent photo to their application forms
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as in to win
to receive as return for effort
finally secured a job after sending out dozens of applications
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as in confident
having or showing great faith in oneself or one's abilities
he's so secure about winning the marathon that he's practically spent the prize money
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as in safe
not exposed to the threat of loss or injury
the fortress was thought to be secure against attack
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as in protecting
providing safety
escaped to a secure location
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as in reliable
worthy of one's trust
a fund that should provide them with a secure income in their retirement
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Recent Examples of secure
Griselda Flores, Billboard, 13 Jan. 2025
Solo understands that his mission to secure the vault is finally over and allows the teens and the two children access to the vault's food supply, along with the wonders of The Legacy and all its collections of music, art, toys, and artifacts.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 13 Jan. 2025
New Atlas, 9 Jan. 2025
The second-generation version appears to improve on both of these issues with a flexible ear hook for a secure fit and an integrated alloy that molds to the contours of your ear.
—Brenda Stolyar, WIRED, 9 Jan. 2025
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The set debuts at No. 2 on the Billboard 200, securing Bad Bunny his seventh top 10-charting set.
—Griselda Flores, Billboard, 13 Jan. 2025
Solo understands that his mission to secure the vault is finally over and allows the teens and the two children access to the vault's food supply, along with the wonders of The Legacy and all its collections of music, art, toys, and artifacts.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 13 Jan. 2025
Adjective
Blockchain technology provides decentralized solutions for secure data management and seamless international connectivity.
—New Atlas, 9 Jan. 2025
The second-generation version appears to improve on both of these issues with a flexible ear hook for a secure fit and an integrated alloy that molds to the contours of your ear.
—Brenda Stolyar, WIRED, 9 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for secure
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William vowed to protect Jane and wants to know immediately where she is being held.Lincee Ray, EW.com, 18 Jan. 2025
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Beyond those agencies, the department is also responsible for securing airline transportation, protecting dignitaries, responding to natural disasters and more.REBECCA SANTANA AND STEPHEN GROVES THE ASSOCIATED PRESS, arkansasonline.com, 18 Jan. 2025
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The Federal Trade Commission recommends using a password manager to securely store and organize login information, which can help ensure access in emergencies.Mike Winters, CNBC, 16 Jan. 2025
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Burgum argued that maximizing energy output can lower prices while also ensuring environmental conservation.Samantha-Jo Roth, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 16 Jan. 2025
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The set comes with pre-cut vegetables and fruit that fasten together in the middle with Velcro, allowing kids to slice to their hearts' content.Chaunie Brusie, RN, Parents, 23 Dec. 2024
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In preparation for battle on a cold, dark planet, the shield must be donned — but who says it can’t be gracefully fastened with a bow?Goth Shakira, Los Angeles Times, 16 Dec. 2024
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Which major league baseball team has won the most World Series Championships?Alex Vance, Parents, 14 Jan. 2025
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The company said operating profit for the quarter ended Dec. 31 would be around 6.5 trillion won ($4.47 billion), missing LSEG estimates of 7.7 trillion won.Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 14 Jan. 2025
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Freeman was confident in Love’s prep the day before the game.Pete Sampson, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
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Still, the World Health Organization aims to eliminate the disease by 2030, and officials at the Carter Center are confident that the scourge of Guinea worm disease will be over even sooner.Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 Jan. 2025
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Federal and state firefighting efforts are operating from the air as long as wind conditions permit safe flights.Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 13 Jan. 2025
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Of 26 people reported missing in the city since last Tuesday, Choi said 17 were found safe, two are believed to have died in the fires and one is likely staying in a local shelter.Sarah Lynch Baldwin, CBS News, 13 Jan. 2025
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Therefore, this is indeed one of the only reliable metrics at this time to assess the company’s present valuation with.GuruFocus, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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Whether the goal is a reliable pair for occasional trips to snowy mountains or daily use on icy city streets, the right boot can make all the difference.Avery Stone, People.com, 10 Jan. 2025
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The 21-year-old — who joined United’s academy from Brighton & Hove Albion in 2022 — impressed with his ability to cover large amounts of space when defending against Arsenal in their FA Cup tie on Sunday.Carl Anka, The Athletic, 15 Jan. 2025
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The Texans move on without Johnson to prepare for the two-time defending Super Bowl champions in the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday.Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 15 Jan. 2025
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“Secure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/secure. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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