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ensures to
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "ensures to" is not correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used incorrectly as "ensure" does not take "to" in this context. Example: "The company ensures quality in its products."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
Science
News & Media
Wiki
Alternative expressions(6)
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Exact Expressions
24 human-written examples
30] in the Emperor's name, marks the beginning of the end of absolutism and ensures to China a strictly limited monarchy.
News & Media
It states: "It is a condition of the secondment that the secondee ensures to the best of their ability that in the course of their duties for Decc there will be no conflict of interest or perception of such".
News & Media
It ensures to provide the best accuracy of the identification method and thus the estimated parameter.
"He will receive the best possible medical rehabilitation as the club ensures to have him return as an even stronger footballer".
News & Media
In observational studies, propensity analysis with such a matching procedure ensures to be as close as possible to a randomized clinical trial by selecting patient with comparable characteristics.
Science
Public health On analysing disease patterns, tracking disease outbreak and its transmission ensures to improve public health-surveillance and speed-response.
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
36 human-written examples
ensuring to crimp the edges well.
News & Media
Ensure to pronounce each n, as in 'pen-nay'.
News & Media
To avoid biased results we ensured to not include duplicates.
Science
This ensured to use the same scale for all probes.
Science
Ensure to finalize the CD while the disk is recorded.
Wiki
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When aiming for precision in your writing, replace "ensures to" with more standard alternatives like "ensures that", "guarantees", or "makes certain".
Common error
Many writers incorrectly use "ensures to" thinking it adds emphasis. Instead, remember that "ensure" directly takes a 'that' clause or a noun phrase. For example, use "ensure that the system works" instead of "ensures to the system works".
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "ensures to" functions incorrectly as a verb aiming to express a guarantee or certainty. However, this construction deviates from standard English grammar. As Ludwig AI states, "ensure" does not take "to" in this context.
Frequent in
Science
62%
News & Media
27%
Wiki
11%
Less common in
Formal & Business
0%
Encyclopedias
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while the phrase "ensures to" appears in various sources, including news and scientific articles, it's grammatically incorrect. The intended meaning revolves around conveying assurance or certainty. For accurate and precise writing, replace "ensures to" with alternatives like "ensures that" or "guarantees". As Ludwig AI points out, the standard English usage of "ensure" does not include "to" in this construction. While "ensures to" is relatively common, focusing on grammatically sound alternatives strengthens the clarity and credibility of your writing.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
Ensures that
This replaces the 'to' with 'that', creating a grammatically correct structure.
Guarantees
A single word replacement that conveys the same meaning of certainty without grammatical errors.
Makes certain
A phrasal verb that replaces "ensures to" with a more casual but correct alternative.
Assures
A direct synonym that conveys a strong sense of confidence and certainty.
Secures
This word highlights the action of making something safe or guaranteed.
Confirms
This alternative implies verifying or establishing something with certainty.
Certifies
Indicates a formal declaration or guarantee of something.
Warrants
Suggests a justified assurance or guarantee, often in a legal or formal context.
Undertakes to ensure
Emphasizes a commitment or promise to guarantee something.
Takes steps to ensure
Highlights the proactive measures taken to guarantee a specific outcome.
FAQs
Is "ensures to" grammatically correct?
No, "ensures to" is not grammatically correct. The correct usage is "ensures that" or simply "ensures" followed by the object being assured. Alternatives include "guarantees" or "makes certain".
What can I say instead of "ensures to"?
Instead of "ensures to", you can use phrases like "ensures that", "guarantees", "makes sure that", or "assures", depending on the context.
Which is correct, "ensures to" or "ensures that"?
"Ensures that" is the correct form. "Ensures to" is grammatically incorrect. For example, "The company ensures that all products meet safety standards" is correct.
How to use "ensure" correctly in a sentence?
Use "ensure" followed by a 'that' clause (e.g., "Ensure that all doors are locked") or a noun phrase (e.g., "Ensure proper ventilation"). Avoid using "to" after "ensure". For example, "guarantee" the safety instead.
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
81%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested