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make sure that

idiom
Meaning

To check something to be certain it is true, or to take action so you can be certain of a result.


Examples
SIMPLE

Please make sure that you lock the door.

CONTEXTUAL

I will call the hotel to make sure that they have our reservation for tonight.

COMPLEX

The project manager double-checked the data to make sure that every calculation was accurate before presenting the final report to the board.

Last updated April 22, 2026