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as in protected
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as in attached
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as in defended
to drive danger or attack away from
sent troops to secure the city
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as in assured
to make sure, certain, or safe
a retirement account that will help to secure our future
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as in fastened
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 earned
to receive as return for effort
finally secured a job after sending out dozens of applications
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Recent Examples of secured
Julia Moore, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
Denver thus secured the final playoff spot in the AFC, closing the door on the Bengals’ hopes for the postseason.
—Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 6 Jan. 2025
Both teams had already secured playoff spots, so there was only the potential for seeding at stake.
—Mike Sando, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
Perfect day for Evans, Bucs The division title had been clinched, the playoff spot secured.
—Zak Keefer, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
The Titans secured the top overall selection in the 2025 NFL draft after two events took place on Sunday.
—Jim Reineking, USA TODAY, 6 Jan. 2025
Detroit’s victory secured them back-to-back division titles for the first time during the Super Bowl era, home field advantage throughout the NFC playoffs and a first-round bye.
—Kambui Bomani, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Castroneves is not assured a starting spot in the 40-car Daytona 500 lineup, of which 36 spots are already secured by full-time chartered teams.
—Jordan Bianchi, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
At the Paris 2024 Games, Kerley secured a bronze medal in the 100-meter final, sharing the podium with Noah Lyles.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 4 Jan. 2025
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Black Doves secured Knightley's fourth-ever Golden Globe nomination, but marked her first time being recognized for a TV role.
—Julia Moore, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
Denver thus secured the final playoff spot in the AFC, closing the door on the Bengals’ hopes for the postseason.
—Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 6 Jan. 2025
Both teams had already secured playoff spots, so there was only the potential for seeding at stake.
—Mike Sando, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
Perfect day for Evans, Bucs The division title had been clinched, the playoff spot secured.
—Zak Keefer, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
The Titans secured the top overall selection in the 2025 NFL draft after two events took place on Sunday.
—Jim Reineking, USA TODAY, 6 Jan. 2025
Detroit’s victory secured them back-to-back division titles for the first time during the Super Bowl era, home field advantage throughout the NFC playoffs and a first-round bye.
—Kambui Bomani, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Castroneves is not assured a starting spot in the 40-car Daytona 500 lineup, of which 36 spots are already secured by full-time chartered teams.
—Jordan Bianchi, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
At the Paris 2024 Games, Kerley secured a bronze medal in the 100-meter final, sharing the podium with Noah Lyles.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 4 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for secured
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The attached speakeasy Watertrade specializes in Japanese whisky and features an extensive cocktail menu divided into seasons.—
Taylor McIntyre,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Mar. 2025
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Hearing set for plan to remodel La Jolla Shores house A city of San Diego hearing officer will hold a public meeting to consider an application for an 851-square-foot second-story addition to a one-story, 2,694-square-foot house with an attached garage at 1821 Viking Way in La Jolla Shores.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Mar. 2025
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For creators who haven't yet protected their intellectual property, trademark registration should be a priority for early 2025.—
Ian Shepherd,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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This threat means than an entire attack force can be protected with a few missiles.—
David Hambling,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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Golden Globes host Nikki Glaser has assured fans (and some lawyers, probably) that jokes about the legal battle between Lively and Baldoni are strictly off the table.—
Sam Reed,
Glamour,
4 Jan. 2025
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But even though the economy and job market still look solid at the moment, the path ahead is not assured.—
Stan Choe,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Jan. 2025
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While the brooches Queen Camilla fastened to her coat collar held significant sentimental value, the color of her ensemble also featured a certain sartorial message.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
26 Dec. 2024
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The vibrant red cardigan is fastened with a stylish five-button closure, combining charm and elegance in one piece.—
Angela Lei,
Forbes,
22 Dec. 2024
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According to our friends from STATS Perform, exactly one team has ever done that … at least since earned (and unearned) runs became an official stat in both leagues in 1913.—
Jayson Stark,
The Athletic,
26 Dec. 2024
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And interestingly, the emus’ resilience in the war earned them a place of respect in Australian culture.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Fischer’s husband came home and discovered her bound and dead with gunshot wounds, the Marin County Sheriff’s Office reported.—
Cameron Macdonald,
The Mercury News,
13 Mar. 2025
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There's no hint of an option to subscribe only to YouTube Music, so that service remains bound to ad-free YouTube, even if the opposite is no longer true.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
21 Feb. 2025
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While Dylan’s first album with Columbia Records wasn’t a big commercial success, Cash, a Columbia Records artist, defended it, so the label didn’t drop Dylan, according to Gray.—
Olivia B. Waxman,
TIME,
25 Dec. 2024
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Moore, a former four-star recruit, has started seven games — including the College Playoff win over Indiana — and ranks fifth among freshmen nationally with 10 passes defended.—
Manny Navarro,
The Athletic,
24 Dec. 2024
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This ensured the Canucks entered the middle frame on even terms despite generating just two five-on-five shots in the opening 20 minutes.—
Harman Dayal,
The Athletic,
24 Dec. 2024
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Roasting it in a low 250-degree oven ensured even cooking and gave us a larger safety net to prevent overcooking.—
Susan Selasky,
Detroit Free Press,
24 Dec. 2024
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“Secured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/secured. Accessed 8 Apr. 2025.
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