Make certain of something/of doing something

verb

To assure or verify that something is true or will happen.

I need to make certain of my flight departure time.
Visual representation of "make certain of something/of doing something" - To assure or verify that something is true or will happen

Often appears as...

  • make certain of facts
  • make certain of arrival
verb

To guarantee the occurrence of an event or action.

He made certain of winning by practicing daily.
Visual representation of "make certain of something/of doing something" - To guarantee the occurrence of an event or action

Often appears as...

  • make certain of success
  • make certain of victory
verb

To assure or verify that something is true or will happen.

I need to make certain of my flight departure time.
Visual representation of "make certain of something/of doing something" - To assure or verify that something is true or will happen

Often appears as...

  • make certain of facts
  • make certain of arrival
verb

To guarantee the occurrence of an event or action.

He made certain of winning by practicing daily.
Visual representation of "make certain of something/of doing something" - To guarantee the occurrence of an event or action

Often appears as...

  • make certain of success
  • make certain of victory
Definition 1 of 2
Visual representation of "make certain of something/of doing something"
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Fact Checking

It suggests a methodical process, similar to confirming details before making an important decision.

Illustration for Fact Checking
Before our meeting, I'll make certain of the quarterly sales figures.
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No Guesswork

Implies removing uncertainty, typically when dealing with information or plans.

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Let's make certain of the event's location so we won't get lost tomorrow.
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Practical Uses

Often used in everyday situations, like confirming schedules, directions, or instructions.

Illustration for Practical Uses
Can you make certain of the closing time for the museum?
LampPro Tip 1/3

Fact Checking

It suggests a methodical process, similar to confirming details before making an important decision.

Illustration for Fact Checking
Before our meeting, I'll make certain of the quarterly sales figures.
LampPro Tip 2/3

No Guesswork

Implies removing uncertainty, typically when dealing with information or plans.

Illustration for No Guesswork
Let's make certain of the event's location so we won't get lost tomorrow.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Practical Uses

Often used in everyday situations, like confirming schedules, directions, or instructions.

Illustration for Practical Uses
Can you make certain of the closing time for the museum?
LampPro Tip 1/3

Fact Checking

It suggests a methodical process, similar to confirming details before making an important decision.

Illustration for Fact Checking
Before our meeting, I'll make certain of the quarterly sales figures.
LampPro Tip 2/3

No Guesswork

Implies removing uncertainty, typically when dealing with information or plans.

Illustration for No Guesswork
Let's make certain of the event's location so we won't get lost tomorrow.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Practical Uses

Often used in everyday situations, like confirming schedules, directions, or instructions.

Illustration for Practical Uses
Can you make certain of the closing time for the museum?
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