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as in protected
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as in attached
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as in defended
to drive danger or attack away from
sent troops to secure the city
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as in assured
to make sure, certain, or safe
a retirement account that will help to secure our future
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as in fastened
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 earned
to receive as return for effort
finally secured a job after sending out dozens of applications
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Recent Examples of secured
Julia Moore, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
Denver thus secured the final playoff spot in the AFC, closing the door on the Bengals’ hopes for the postseason.
—Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 6 Jan. 2025
Both teams had already secured playoff spots, so there was only the potential for seeding at stake.
—Mike Sando, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
Perfect day for Evans, Bucs The division title had been clinched, the playoff spot secured.
—Zak Keefer, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
The Titans secured the top overall selection in the 2025 NFL draft after two events took place on Sunday.
—Jim Reineking, USA TODAY, 6 Jan. 2025
Detroit’s victory secured them back-to-back division titles for the first time during the Super Bowl era, home field advantage throughout the NFC playoffs and a first-round bye.
—Kambui Bomani, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Castroneves is not assured a starting spot in the 40-car Daytona 500 lineup, of which 36 spots are already secured by full-time chartered teams.
—Jordan Bianchi, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
At the Paris 2024 Games, Kerley secured a bronze medal in the 100-meter final, sharing the podium with Noah Lyles.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 4 Jan. 2025
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Black Doves secured Knightley's fourth-ever Golden Globe nomination, but marked her first time being recognized for a TV role.
—Julia Moore, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
Denver thus secured the final playoff spot in the AFC, closing the door on the Bengals’ hopes for the postseason.
—Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 6 Jan. 2025
Both teams had already secured playoff spots, so there was only the potential for seeding at stake.
—Mike Sando, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
Perfect day for Evans, Bucs The division title had been clinched, the playoff spot secured.
—Zak Keefer, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
The Titans secured the top overall selection in the 2025 NFL draft after two events took place on Sunday.
—Jim Reineking, USA TODAY, 6 Jan. 2025
Detroit’s victory secured them back-to-back division titles for the first time during the Super Bowl era, home field advantage throughout the NFC playoffs and a first-round bye.
—Kambui Bomani, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Castroneves is not assured a starting spot in the 40-car Daytona 500 lineup, of which 36 spots are already secured by full-time chartered teams.
—Jordan Bianchi, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
At the Paris 2024 Games, Kerley secured a bronze medal in the 100-meter final, sharing the podium with Noah Lyles.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 4 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for secured
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The attached speakeasy Watertrade specializes in Japanese whisky and features an extensive cocktail menu divided into seasons.—
Taylor McIntyre,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Mar. 2025
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Hearing set for plan to remodel La Jolla Shores house A city of San Diego hearing officer will hold a public meeting to consider an application for an 851-square-foot second-story addition to a one-story, 2,694-square-foot house with an attached garage at 1821 Viking Way in La Jolla Shores.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Mar. 2025
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For creators who haven't yet protected their intellectual property, trademark registration should be a priority for early 2025.—
Ian Shepherd,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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Just as Warner Bros had given Jane’s true creative freedom, from their recording sessions to making their own videos, American facilitated and protected Deconstruction’s art.—
Aaron Gilbreath,
SPIN,
31 Dec. 2024
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Golden Globes host Nikki Glaser has assured fans (and some lawyers, probably) that jokes about the legal battle between Lively and Baldoni are strictly off the table.—
Sam Reed,
Glamour,
4 Jan. 2025
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But even though the economy and job market still look solid at the moment, the path ahead is not assured.—
Stan Choe,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Jan. 2025
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While the brooches Queen Camilla fastened to her coat collar held significant sentimental value, the color of her ensemble also featured a certain sartorial message.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
26 Dec. 2024
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The vibrant red cardigan is fastened with a stylish five-button closure, combining charm and elegance in one piece.—
Angela Lei,
Forbes,
22 Dec. 2024
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The film, which earned Kapadia her second Cannes award earlier this year, has continued to gather international acclaim, taking home the Gotham Award for best international feature.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
26 Dec. 2024
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In the 50 years since the ATP Tour started its singles ranking system, not a single player from Tibet had earned a single ranking point.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
The Athletic,
26 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Franke’s plea agreement further disclosed that her son was frequently kept bound, while her nine-year-old daughter was forced to perform manual labor outside in the scorching heat without water or shoes.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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The extreme gravitational forces in this interaction sent one star hurtling into space while the other remained bound to the black hole.—
The Physics arXiv Blog,
Discover Magazine,
11 Feb. 2025
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While Dylan’s first album with Columbia Records wasn’t a big commercial success, Cash, a Columbia Records artist, defended it, so the label didn’t drop Dylan, according to Gray.—
Olivia B. Waxman,
TIME,
25 Dec. 2024
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Moore, a former four-star recruit, has started seven games — including the College Playoff win over Indiana — and ranks fifth among freshmen nationally with 10 passes defended.—
Manny Navarro,
The Athletic,
24 Dec. 2024
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This ensured the Canucks entered the middle frame on even terms despite generating just two five-on-five shots in the opening 20 minutes.—
Harman Dayal,
The Athletic,
24 Dec. 2024
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Roasting it in a low 250-degree oven ensured even cooking and gave us a larger safety net to prevent overcooking.—
Susan Selasky,
Detroit Free Press,
24 Dec. 2024
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“Secured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/secured. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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