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insure

Pronunciation: [ɪnˈʃʊr]

Word

Learn how to use insure in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “finance”

(verb) to protect yourself or something valuable by paying a company money. This means that if something bad happens, like a car accident or losing money, the company will help you pay for it.

Example

I always insure my car so that I'm protected in case of an accident.

Example

He didn't insure his new bike, and it got stolen.

Example

Did you remember to insure your house before the storm?

Context: “certainty”

(verb) to make sure something happens or is true. It's like saying you will do everything needed to guarantee a certain outcome.

Example

She works hard to insure that her students understand the lessons.

Example

He did not insure that the doors were locked before leaving.

Example

How can we insure that everyone is invited to the party?

How to pronounce insure

Pronunciation: [ɪnˈʃʊr]

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