be sure

idiom

—used to tell someone not to forget to do something

Be sure to lock the door when you leave.

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To be sure, Republicans absolutely concocted a false moral panic to smuggle their agenda past millions of voters. —

Samantha Riedel, Them, 7 Feb. 2025 New beginning loading — be sure to set intentions under the new moon in your sign on Feb. 27. —

Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Feb. 2025 During restaurant week, be sure to check in before dining for a chance to win a grand prize giveaway that features a two-night Tri-Valley stay, Blackhawk Museum passes, Pedego electric bike rentals and $250 in gift cards to local establishments. —

Jason Mastrodonato, The Mercury News, 31 Jan. 2025 On Sunday, be sure to catch all this year's pre-show action on the PEOPLE and Entertainment Weekly Red Carpet Live: 67th Annual Grammy Awards show. —

Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 31 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for be sure