ensure
verb [ T ] (US also insure) uk/ɪnˈʃɔːr/ us/ɪnˈʃʊr/
B2 确保;保证
to make something certain to happen
The airline is taking steps to ensure safety on its aircraft. 航空公司正在采取措施以确保其航班的飞行安全。
[ + (that) ] The role of the police is to ensure (that) the law is obeyed. 警察的职责就是确保法律得到遵守。
[ + two objects ] Their 2–0 victory today has ensured the Italian team a place in the Cup Final/ensured a place in the Cup Final for the Italian team. 今天意大利队2比0获胜,稳操胜券进入世界杯的决赛。
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- The company's sole concern is to ensure the safety of its employees.
- Officials will ensure that the election is carried out fairly.
- We must ensure that tourism develops in harmony with the environment.
- Our head office will liaise with the suppliers to ensure delivery.
- You have a legal obligation to ensure your child receives a proper education.