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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
Verb
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Regular nail maintenance not only protects your surfaces but also your skin from their playful scratches.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Jan. 2025
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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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Embracing this balance empowers women to create lasting legacies for their families while ensuring that their own needs are met well into retirement.—
Paula Thielen,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
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Does the breeder require a spay or neuter contract to ensure that only specific genetics are continued and to prevent any unwanted pregnancies?—
Dr. Devon B. Smith,
Baltimore Sun,
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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Throughout her career, Eilish has won nine Grammy awards and has received 32 nominations.—
Olivia Munson,
USA TODAY,
14 Jan. 2025
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Prior to this year, Lamar Jackson had won 2 playoff games and 2 MVP awards.—
Josh Kendall,
The Athletic,
14 Jan. 2025
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The surgeons, however, were confident about the procedure for the four-time PGA Tour winner.—
Bryce Miller,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Jan. 2025
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The survey showed 73% of chief executives surveyed were confident in their company growth prospects, compared to 70% in September and to 64% in January last year.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
21 Jan. 2025
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Potential Side Effects and Considerations Creatine is generally regarded as safe for the average healthy adult, but excess consumption may lead to negative side effects.—
Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, RDN, LD,
Health,
13 Jan. 2025
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See the full list of the safest nations, according to its survey, at bhtp.com.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Jan. 2025
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An uptick in office lease signings has led some to hope the office rental market has hit bottom, but others, like landlord and developer Garrett Lee, believe there’s a more reliable path forward than trying to convince tenants to return: converting offices into apartments.—
Roger Vincent,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Jan. 2025
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As a meta-analysis, the researchers noted that their report provides more reliable answers than a smaller, singular study.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Health,
23 Jan. 2025
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Stephens would do well to stop flagellating himself and the Never Trumpers and instead join democracy advocates in defending the rule of law in a dangerous new world.—
DP Opinion,
The Denver Post,
15 Jan. 2025
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The Biden administration has defended the law by citing a compelling interest in national security.—
Zach Schonfeld,
The Hill,
15 Jan. 2025
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“Secure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/secure. Accessed 26 Jan. 2025.
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