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Commonsure
The correct spelling is sure.
How to pronounce sure
/ʃoː/
adjectiveIPA: /ʃoː/
Say it like: Zhe-r
The correct spelling is sure. Physically secure and certain, non-failing, reliable. For example: "This investment is a sure thing. The bailiff had a sure grip on the prisoner's arm."
Usage Examples
“This investment is a sure thing. The bailiff had a sure grip on the prisoner's arm.”
“He was sure she was lying. I am sure of my eventual death. John was acting sure of himself but in truth had doubts.”
“Be sure to lock the door when you leave.”
Meanings
adjective
- 1.Physically secure and certain, non-failing, reliable.
- 2.Certain in one's knowledge or belief.
- 3.Certain to act or be a specified way.
- 4.Free from danger; safe; secure.
- 5.Betrothed; engaged to marry.
adverb
- 1.(modal adverb) Without doubt, certainly.
interjection
- 1.Yes. (Expresses noncommittal agreement or consent.)
- 2.Yes; of course.
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