Be sure to do something

phrase

To not forget to do something, to make sure to do something.

Be sure to lock the door when you leave.

Often appears as...

be sure to check
be sure to remember

phrase

To not forget to do something, to make sure to do something.

Be sure to lock the door when you leave.

Often appears as...

be sure to check
be sure to remember

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Importance Emphasis

Use 'be sure to' to stress the significance of doing something; it makes the action seem critical or essential.

Be sure to study for the test—it's worth half of our grade.

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Commitment Reminder

Conveys a strong reminder to oneself or others, almost like a commitment that should not be neglected.

I'll be sure to call you as soon as I arrive in New York.

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Instructional Advice

Used when giving instructions, often in manuals or guides, to highlight steps that must not be overlooked.

Be sure to turn off the engine before checking the oil level.

Pro Tip 1/3

Importance Emphasis

Use 'be sure to' to stress the significance of doing something; it makes the action seem critical or essential.

Be sure to study for the test—it's worth half of our grade.

Pro Tip 2/3

Commitment Reminder

Conveys a strong reminder to oneself or others, almost like a commitment that should not be neglected.

I'll be sure to call you as soon as I arrive in New York.

Pro Tip 3/3

Instructional Advice

Used when giving instructions, often in manuals or guides, to highlight steps that must not be overlooked.

Be sure to turn off the engine before checking the oil level.

Pro Tip 1/3

Importance Emphasis

Use 'be sure to' to stress the significance of doing something; it makes the action seem critical or essential.

Be sure to study for the test—it's worth half of our grade.

Pro Tip 2/3

Commitment Reminder

Conveys a strong reminder to oneself or others, almost like a commitment that should not be neglected.

I'll be sure to call you as soon as I arrive in New York.

Pro Tip 3/3

Instructional Advice

Used when giving instructions, often in manuals or guides, to highlight steps that must not be overlooked.

Be sure to turn off the engine before checking the oil level.

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