Definition of sure in English:

sure

adjective ʃʊəʃɔːʃʊr

1predicative, often with clause Completely confident that one is right.
I'm sure I've seen that dress before
我确信我以前看到过那件衣服。
she had to check her diary to be sure of the day of the week
她不得不查看日记来确定是星期几。
Example sentencesExamples
- I wasn't exactly sure how to respond to her comment.
- Nobody is entirely sure when exactly sheep turned up, but nobody's complaining.
- I'm not even sure how to ask that question, let alone answer it.
- He was sure of that, as sure as one is of being alive or of eating a piece of bread.
- Nobody was too sure what to say, so nobody said anything.
- I wasn't exactly sure how to respond to that.
- I'm opting for the ninny option but I'm not sure Bill is so convinced.
- I'm not really sure how to get around the problem, but I shall.
- This has been done keeping in mind the fact that fans of the game are often not too sure about the various positions of the players in the game.
- I was absolutely sure of myself, sure I was going to make him proud of me and I did.
- I'm not 100 percent sure how to tell my mother.
- I'm not sure of his objections but I'm sure, if we try, we can reach agreement to our mutual satisfaction.
- He sounded absolutely sure of that fact, and I wanted to be.
- We all feel very confident and more sure that we are right with every day that passes.
- He told me, as if he was absolutely sure of this fact.
- I was absolutely sure at that moment I would find myself staring at a big white Game Over.
- She felt confident and sure, and the music surging through her enticed her attention.
- I wasn't entirely sure how to react to her and that made no sense.
- Ryan wasn't exactly sure how to respond to that.
- She came home, sure of a good number of those questions, not as sure about several others.
Synonyms
certain, positive, convinced, definite, confident, decided, assured, secure, satisfied, persuaded, easy in one's mind, free from doubt
unhesitating, unwavering, unfaltering, unvacillating, unshakeable, unshaken
2sure of/to do somethingCertain to receive, get, or do something.
肯定的，一定的
United are sure of a UEFA Cup place
枪手队稳拿欧洲联盟杯赛前几名。
it's sure to rain before morning
黎明之前肯定会下雨。
Example sentencesExamples
- Cameras are expensive, but ask the avid photographer and you are sure to receive a nonchalant shrug.
- Actium's impressive gardens are a defining feature and are sure to prove a strong selling point.
- This very popular group are sure to receive a very warm welcome in the Western Hotel.
- Also sure to prove an attraction will be country singing sensation Patrick Feeney and his band.
- Agassi and Sampras will both now have a couple of unplanned weeks to spare in which doubts are sure to be raised.
- Demand is likely to be high and with the use of the Middlethorpe stretch still in doubt, tickets are sure to sell out.
Synonyms
confident, certain, assured
with no doubts about
bound, destined, fated, predestined, very likely
British informal nailed on
3True beyond any doubt.
无可置疑的
what is sure is that learning is a complex business
毫无疑问，学习是个复杂的事情。
Synonyms
unquestionable, indisputable, incontestable, irrefutable, incontrovertible, undeniable, indubitable, beyond question, beyond doubt
undoubted, absolute, categorical, true, certain, well grounded, well founded, proven, settled, decided
obvious, evident, plain, clear, conclusive, final, definite, unmistakable, manifest, patent
1. 3.1attributive Able to be relied on or trusted.
  可信的
  her neck was red—a sure sign of agitation
  她的脖子红了——无疑是激动的迹象。
  Example sentencesExamples
  Then it went dead, a sure sign that the raid had been a success.
  The spoiler has morphed with lightning speed, a sure sign of this publishing event's place in the culture.
  I could see Gareth's head turning crimson, a sure sign of confusion and/or stress.
  The one sure sign of true love is when the man gives the woman the last bite of food.
  There are even phantom sightings, a sure sign that panic is on the rise.
  Teague scowled, and his wings pressed closer to his back, a sure sign of agitation.
  Dimitrova said that consumption of high-tech goods was rising, which was a sure sign of higher income.
  It should be a sure sign of good summer fishing just around the corner.
  My brother's Jeep was in the driveway, a sure sign for destruction.
  Some give up - a sure sign that they are not meant for priesthood.
  The new Public Service Act lists them explicitly, a sure sign that their survival is threatened.
  If you see yourself denouncing jealousy you see in others, it's a sure sign that you yourself are still plagued by it.
  I delight in such juicy characters and put Bath's book down wanting more of them - a sure sign of a great read.
  It is a sure sign of mirth when the beards of the guests shake with laughter.
  Besides those two, the club does have a few sure bets for success.
  Evidence of derelict buildings being refurbished at council expense are a sure sign of the nature of the trust.
  I know it's a sure sign of getting older, but I just do not get Yu-Gi-Oh!
  Knowing this as a sure sign of water below, the youth and his brothers returned to the same place and dug the layers of time away.
  In some towns old buildings have been demolished and replaced with monstrous modern carbuncles, a sure sign of shelling.
  For her, the one-legged cow was a sure sign of the upcoming erosion of moral ecology.
  Synonyms
  guaranteed, unfailing, infallible, unerring, assured, certain, inevitable, incontestable, irrevocable
  informal sure-fire, in the bag, as sure as eggs is eggs
  reliable, dependable, trustworthy, unfailing, infallible, never-failing, certain, unambiguous, tested, tried and true, true, foolproof, established, effective, efficacious
  informal sure-fire
4Showing confidence or assurance.
the drawings impress by their sure sense of rhythm
这些图画以其明确的节奏感引人注目。
Example sentencesExamples
- It lacks the usually sure sense of design that Conran brings.
Synonyms
firm, steady, stable, secure, confident, solid, steadfast, unhesitating, unfaltering, unwavering, unswerving

adverb ʃʊəʃɔːʃʊr

North American informal

1Certainly (used for emphasis)
〈非正式〉肯定，无疑（用于强调）
Texas sure was a great place to grow up
得克萨斯州无疑是孩子们成长的好地方。
Example sentencesExamples
- For two decades, though, his constituents have sure voted as if they wanted lower taxes.
Synonyms
yes, all right, of course, indeed, certainly, absolutely, agreed
1. 1.1as exclamation Used to show assent.
  表示同意当然
  ‘Are you serious?’ ‘Sure.’
  “你是认真的吗？”“当然啦。”
  Example sentencesExamples
  He wasn't there when I rang but a couple of hours later the answer came back - sure, no problem.
  Increasingly they do, but, sure, it's a major aspect of the museum that needs to be out there more.
  She's still a part of my life and, sure, it hurts sometimes to think about us not being together in the same way that we once were.
  I mean, part of me is able to dismiss it - sure, I've kissed a fair number of people.
  Synonyms
  yes, all right, of course, indeed, certainly, absolutely, agreed

Phrases

be sure

usually in imperativeDo not fail (used to emphasize an instruction)
一定要；务必（用于强调邀请或指示）
with infinitive be sure to pop in
with clause be sure that you know what is required
务必弄清楚要求是什么。
Example sentencesExamples
- If you decide to visit Ren or a similar bar be sure to have accompaniment of the best kind.
Synonyms
remember to, don't forget to, make sure to, see that you, mind that you, take care to, be certain to, be careful to

for sure

informal Without doubt.
〈非正式〉毫无疑问
I can't say for sure what Giles really wanted
我说不准贾尔斯真正想要的是什么。
Example sentencesExamples
- It's a commitment, for sure, but one that I hope you agree was definitely worth it in the end.
- It may not do anything for my friend's mood, but it will make me feel a whole lot better, that's for sure.
- All we know for sure is that he seems to enjoy some sort of position of authority at the bar.
- Whether that is a problem of this production or whether of the opera itself I can't say for sure.
- Cheerful in a different way, for sure, but I still have plenty to be cheery about.
- A blog satisfies this for sure and is the best solution for me to write nearly every day.
- No one knows for sure the exact position in 50 years' time, as no one has a crystal ball.
- One thing was for sure, this pump would not be working by the time I got there.
- The one thing for sure is that he's not doing it for the sake of doing us a favour.
- It occurs to me that they're all a bunch of freaks, but it was hard to tell for sure.
Synonyms
definitely, surely, certainly, without doubt, without question, beyond any doubt, undoubtedly, indubitably, positively, absolutely, undeniably, unmistakably

make sure

1Establish that something is definitely so; confirm.
把…弄清楚；确定
go and make sure she's all right
去弄清楚她是不是真的没事。
Example sentencesExamples
- A software legal advisor makes sure the evidence is admissible, convincing and legally obtained.
- The certifier makes sure the driver has mastered the previous lessons before moving on.
- Your sister and I have made sure that the treaty was settled fairly and ratified on both sides.
- Removing the loads, he checked them and made sure the barrels were clear.
- We carried out a check on all other bridges in the area and made sure they were secure.
- Kirsty spends most of her waking hours doing the housework and making sure her mother has everything she needs.
- He makes sure he has a warrant of fitness, he does everything right, and he goes on the road and is completely within the Road Code.
- I made sure that they were definitely gone before stepping out from my hiding place.
- We made sure we had the bear spray handy before wading into the river to fish.
Synonyms
check, confirm, make certain, ensure
1. 1.1Ensure that something is done or happens.
  确保
  he made sure that his sons were well educated
  他确保他的儿子们都受到了良好的教育。
  Example sentencesExamples
  So you can buy a guarantee to make sure the annuity pays out for at least five or ten years, even if you die.
  Thus, the government was just making sure that nothing would happen on the day before.
  Yet neither government has proved capable of making sure that money is well spent.
  We want to keep children in their school but make sure that they get very targeted support.
  The little girl supported his arm, making sure he did not fall to the ground.
  He needs instead to make sure that he can keep their support in the second vote on Thursday.
  Synonyms
  check, confirm, make certain, ensure

(as) sure as eggs is eggs

Without any doubt.
〈非正式〉毫无疑问
‘You're sure about that?’ ‘Sure as eggs is eggs.’
Example sentencesExamples
- If you're shopping around for a personal loan, as sure as eggs is eggs, you'll be offered payment protection insurance.
- Serena was always going to win her first Wimbledon final as sure as eggs is eggs.
- Second, it is a fact that two cockerels in proximity - whether bred for fighting or not - will, as sure as eggs is eggs, eventually attempt to murder each other.
- If we don't, sure as eggs is eggs, the food chain will become corrupted beyond repair, and the gene pool turned back into primal soup.
- It is as sure as fate that, as long as such a direct method of attack exists, it will be used.
- This year it took until the 3 days before the end of the holiday, but as sure as eggs is eggs it happened.
- Be very wary of telling the salesperson your maximum budget because, as sure as eggs is eggs, you'll end up paying this - and often even more.
- She'll try for another position in London, sure as eggs is eggs.
- Had I not encountered Mr Rabbit I'd have ploughed right into them, sure as eggs is eggs.
- The cat doesn't want to be watched and I sure as eggs is eggs don't want to see.

sure enough

informal Used to introduce a statement that confirms something previously predicted.
〈非正式〉果真
when X-rays were taken, sure enough, there was the needle
拍完X光片后，果真有一根针。
Example sentencesExamples
- The story was always going to be a sitter for the Sunday papers and, sure enough, all three gave it space.
- I always say there's no Neil Young like Angry Neil Young and, sure enough, he gets a lot of play.
- He stumbles to the kitchen and sure enough, there is hot breakfast and the morning newspaper.
- They tried it and sure enough, the ship turned over and quickly sank.
- I tried my hand at stream of consciousness and, sure enough, the words came out but they were devoid of substance.
- I tried looking for a map of Sydney, and sure enough, they claimed I was in the middle of that map too.
- There was nothing I could do about it but wait and, sure enough, after twenty minutes or so the problem fixed itself.
- Looking in the bottom of my glass, sure enough, I could see about a centimetre of sediment!
- By treating the townsfolk as ignorant beasts incapable of choice, sure enough, they become beasts.
- The waiter turns to the relevant entry and, sure enough, finds an explanation.

sure of oneself

Very confident of one's own abilities or views.
非常自信
he's very sure of himself
他非常自信。
Example sentencesExamples
- Since they are all so sure of themselves and so confident in their intuition and hunches, they seldom stop and analyze those on-the-spot decisions they so often make.
- Quite confident and sure of himself, Himanshu knows his heart and most importantly knows that it speaks the truth.
- If you have a high level you will be confident, happy and sure of yourself.
- I think I am reminding myself of what it feels like to feel attractive, confident, sure of myself.
- Among the better Christmas presents would be a more vigorous parliament, sure of itself and its abilities and working all the time for a better Scotland.

sure thing

1informal A certainty.
〈非正式〉确定无疑的事情
I told my mates it was a sure thing and they put every last penny on that horse of yours
Example sentencesExamples
- There are no sure things in any sport, least of all in the fickle game of golf, but it will be a major upset if he does not win the $3m Bay Hill Invitational today.
- One of life's sure things is that year on year, the Madden series of American Football games will get better.
- They are now favourites to win but as we all know favourites are not sure things at any time.
- We're told the two sure things in life are death and taxes.
- We're going to go over the sure things and long shots this hour.
- Right now, we're going to talk about the surprises, both positive and negative, and the sure things.
- The only two sure things in life are death and taxes, the old saying goes.
- Singapore invests in sure things in Australia because it plans its future as a creditor nation - not like Australia.
- The other two events were by no means sure things.
- One of the priorities with first-, second- and third-round picks should be to acquire players who are as close to sure things as possible.
Synonyms
inevitability, necessity, foregone conclusion, predictable result, matter of course, racing certainty
1. 1.1North American as exclamationCertainly; of course.
  〈主北美〉当然
  ‘Can I watch?’ ‘Sure thing.’
  “我可以看看吗？”“当然。”
  Synonyms
  yes, all right, of course, indeed, certainly, absolutely, agreed

to be sure

1Used to concede the truth of something that conflicts with another point that one wishes to make.
固然，必须承认
the ski runs are very limited, to be sure, but excellent for beginners
滑雪道作用很有限，但必须承认，对初学者非常适用。
Example sentencesExamples
- All of this is disturbing, to be sure, but nothing new to anyone who has ever been involved in this kind of situation.
- That was unfortunate, to be sure, but certainly not intentional on his part.
- Such insouciance sets an example, to be sure, but not the sort that allows match officials to sleep easily.
- The wealthy do not speak in one voice, to be sure, but they share a broad common perspective.
1. 1.1Used for emphasis.
  〈非正式〉肯定，无疑（用于强调）
  what an extraordinary woman she was, to be sure
  她真是个非同一般的女人呀！
  Example sentencesExamples
  This is, to be sure, not a virtue on our part, but simply an idea we are used to.
  Nostalgia, to be sure, is a disease, a disease that not even a double dose of reality can cure.
  There is reason for bitter reflection upon the demise of the American empire, to be sure.

Derivatives

sureness

noun ˈʃʊənəsˈʃɔːnəs

That may sound dull, but he composed with a lyrical sureness of balance that makes his art as pure and purifying as he hoped.
Example sentencesExamples
- Technically perfect, she stuck her landings with sureness and confidence.
- There is a sureness of way, a gentle dignity and steadiness of purpose about a camel.
- Yesterday, the Pope's certainty in his destiny was strong as ever but this time the clergy who gathered around him sensed a different kind of sureness.
- It is meticulously incised with an image startling in its sureness of line, composition and structure, and magnificent in its subtlety.

Origin

Middle English: from Old French sur, from Latin securus 'free from care'.

This is from Old French sur, from Latin securus ‘free from care’. The same Latin word gives us security (Late Middle English), the legal surety (Middle English), and insecure (mid 17th century) ‘not free from care’, as well as assure (Late Middle English). See curate

Rhymes

abjure, adjure, allure, amour, assure, Bahawalpur, boor, Borobudur, Cavour, coiffure, conjure, couture, cure, dastur, de nos jours, doublure, dour, embouchure, endure, ensure, enure, gravure, immature, immure, impure, inure, Jaipur, Koh-i-noor, Kultur, liqueur, lure, manure, moor, Moore, Muir, mure, Nagpur, Namur, obscure, parkour, photogravure, plat du jour, Pompadour, procure, pure, rotogravure, Ruhr, Saussure, secure, simon-pure, spoor, Stour, tour, Tours, velour, Yom Kippur, you're

Definition of sure in US English:

sure

adjectiveSHo͝orʃʊr

1predicative often with clause Confident in what one thinks or knows; having no doubt that one is right.
确信的；有把握的
I'm sure I've seen that dress before
我确信我以前看到过那件衣服。
she had to check her diary to be sure of the day of the week
她不得不查看日记来确定是星期几。
Example sentencesExamples
- I'm not 100 percent sure how to tell my mother.
- I'm not even sure how to ask that question, let alone answer it.
- I wasn't exactly sure how to respond to her comment.
- Nobody was too sure what to say, so nobody said anything.
- He was sure of that, as sure as one is of being alive or of eating a piece of bread.
- He sounded absolutely sure of that fact, and I wanted to be.
- I wasn't exactly sure how to respond to that.
- I wasn't entirely sure how to react to her and that made no sense.
- This has been done keeping in mind the fact that fans of the game are often not too sure about the various positions of the players in the game.
- I'm opting for the ninny option but I'm not sure Bill is so convinced.
- He told me, as if he was absolutely sure of this fact.
- Ryan wasn't exactly sure how to respond to that.
- I'm not really sure how to get around the problem, but I shall.
- Nobody is entirely sure when exactly sheep turned up, but nobody's complaining.
- She felt confident and sure, and the music surging through her enticed her attention.
- I'm not sure of his objections but I'm sure, if we try, we can reach agreement to our mutual satisfaction.
- I was absolutely sure at that moment I would find myself staring at a big white Game Over.
- We all feel very confident and more sure that we are right with every day that passes.
- She came home, sure of a good number of those questions, not as sure about several others.
- I was absolutely sure of myself, sure I was going to make him proud of me and I did.
Synonyms
certain, positive, convinced, definite, confident, decided, assured, secure, satisfied, persuaded, easy in one's mind, free from doubt
1. 1.1sure of Having a certain prospect or confident anticipation of.
  确定的
  Ripken can be sure of a place in the Hall of Fame
  Example sentencesExamples
  It means that the user of this database can be sure of the accuracy of the data.
  Their main concern is that they cannot be sure of getting their bets on.
  What I am sure of is that none of you read all of any one of those series of books.
  I can see the difference in my personality and I am not sure of the pros and cons yet.
  We were not sure of each other and also about where our relationship was heading.
  You can be sure of at least three things when you go to a Rita Chiarelli concert.
  I'm not sure of her name, although I could probably ask my grandmother what it was.
  It is only by having prescribed limits and a proper testing regime that we can be sure of proving guilt or innocence.
  My suitcase contains many things but one thing you can be sure of is that I've probably not got enough pants.
  We are not sure of the contents of these tanks, or who owns the land they are on.
  When I started work on the movie two years ago I was aware of the theory but wasn't sure of it.
  I'm still not sure of what relevance this information is to the election campaign anyway.
  It could be weeks before relatives are sure of the fate of those currently missing
  If people are uncertain as to who they are uniting against, they seem even less sure of what they are standing up for.
  Can they be absolutely sure of the efficacy of their nutritional theories?
  There will be nothing easy about it and Westmeath will be no pushover, you can be sure of that.
  Even though I know the thing will be ready on time I don't at the moment feel very sure of it.
  I can be sure of this because like most people I have experience of both being bullied and being a bully.
  He had scouted all the colleges and clubs of Ireland but couldn't find a man he could be sure of.
  I am not entirely sure of the absolute usefulness of such a thing, but I can't resist a gadget.
2. 1.2with infinitive Certain to do something.
  肯定的，一定的
  it's sure to rain before morning
  黎明之前肯定会下雨。
  Example sentencesExamples
  Demand is likely to be high and with the use of the Middlethorpe stretch still in doubt, tickets are sure to sell out.
  Agassi and Sampras will both now have a couple of unplanned weeks to spare in which doubts are sure to be raised.
  Actium's impressive gardens are a defining feature and are sure to prove a strong selling point.
  This very popular group are sure to receive a very warm welcome in the Western Hotel.
  Cameras are expensive, but ask the avid photographer and you are sure to receive a nonchalant shrug.
  Also sure to prove an attraction will be country singing sensation Patrick Feeney and his band.
  Synonyms
  confident, certain, assured
  bound, destined, fated, predestined, very likely
3. 1.3 True beyond any doubt.
  无可置疑的
  what is sure is that learning is a complex business
  毫无疑问，学习是个复杂的事情。
  Synonyms
  unquestionable, indisputable, incontestable, irrefutable, incontrovertible, undeniable, indubitable, beyond question, beyond doubt
4. 1.4attributive Able to be relied on or trusted.
  可信的
  her neck was red—a sure sign of agitation
  她的脖子红了——无疑是激动的迹象。
  Example sentencesExamples
  My brother's Jeep was in the driveway, a sure sign for destruction.
  I know it's a sure sign of getting older, but I just do not get Yu-Gi-Oh!
  There are even phantom sightings, a sure sign that panic is on the rise.
  The spoiler has morphed with lightning speed, a sure sign of this publishing event's place in the culture.
  The one sure sign of true love is when the man gives the woman the last bite of food.
  The new Public Service Act lists them explicitly, a sure sign that their survival is threatened.
  Teague scowled, and his wings pressed closer to his back, a sure sign of agitation.
  It should be a sure sign of good summer fishing just around the corner.
  It is a sure sign of mirth when the beards of the guests shake with laughter.
  I delight in such juicy characters and put Bath's book down wanting more of them - a sure sign of a great read.
  In some towns old buildings have been demolished and replaced with monstrous modern carbuncles, a sure sign of shelling.
  Knowing this as a sure sign of water below, the youth and his brothers returned to the same place and dug the layers of time away.
  Some give up - a sure sign that they are not meant for priesthood.
  Evidence of derelict buildings being refurbished at council expense are a sure sign of the nature of the trust.
  I could see Gareth's head turning crimson, a sure sign of confusion and/or stress.
  Then it went dead, a sure sign that the raid had been a success.
  Dimitrova said that consumption of high-tech goods was rising, which was a sure sign of higher income.
  For her, the one-legged cow was a sure sign of the upcoming erosion of moral ecology.
  If you see yourself denouncing jealousy you see in others, it's a sure sign that you yourself are still plagued by it.
  Besides those two, the club does have a few sure bets for success.
  Synonyms
  guaranteed, unfailing, infallible, unerring, assured, certain, inevitable, incontestable, irrevocable
  reliable, dependable, trustworthy, unfailing, infallible, never-failing, certain, unambiguous, tested, tried and true, true, foolproof, established, effective, efficacious
5. 1.5 Confident; assured.
  确信的；确定的
  the drawings impress by their sure sense of rhythm
  这些图画以其明确的节奏感引人注目。
  Example sentencesExamples
  It lacks the usually sure sense of design that Conran brings.
  Synonyms
  firm, steady, stable, secure, confident, solid, steadfast, unhesitating, unfaltering, unwavering, unswerving

adverbSHo͝orʃʊr

North American informal

1Certainly (used for emphasis)
〈非正式〉肯定，无疑（用于强调）
Texas sure was a great place to grow up
得克萨斯州无疑是孩子们成长的好地方。
Example sentencesExamples
- For two decades, though, his constituents have sure voted as if they wanted lower taxes.
Synonyms
yes, all right, of course, indeed, certainly, absolutely, agreed
1. 1.1as exclamation Used to show assent.
  表示同意当然
  “Are you serious?” “Sure.”
  “你是认真的吗？”“当然啦。”
  Example sentencesExamples
  She's still a part of my life and, sure, it hurts sometimes to think about us not being together in the same way that we once were.
  He wasn't there when I rang but a couple of hours later the answer came back - sure, no problem.
  I mean, part of me is able to dismiss it - sure, I've kissed a fair number of people.
  Increasingly they do, but, sure, it's a major aspect of the museum that needs to be out there more.
  Synonyms
  yes, all right, of course, indeed, certainly, absolutely, agreed

Phrases

be sure

usually in imperativeDo not fail (used to emphasize an invitation or instruction)
一定要；务必（用于强调邀请或指示）
with infinitive be sure to drop by
with clause be sure that you know what is required
务必弄清楚要求是什么。
Example sentencesExamples
- If you decide to visit Ren or a similar bar be sure to have accompaniment of the best kind.
Synonyms
remember to, don't forget to, make sure to, see that you, mind that you, take care to, be certain to, be careful to

for sure

informal Without doubt.
〈非正式〉毫无疑问
I can't say for sure what George really wanted
我说不准贾尔斯真正想要的是什么。
Example sentencesExamples
- Whether that is a problem of this production or whether of the opera itself I can't say for sure.
- The one thing for sure is that he's not doing it for the sake of doing us a favour.
- All we know for sure is that he seems to enjoy some sort of position of authority at the bar.
- No one knows for sure the exact position in 50 years' time, as no one has a crystal ball.
- Cheerful in a different way, for sure, but I still have plenty to be cheery about.
- It may not do anything for my friend's mood, but it will make me feel a whole lot better, that's for sure.
- A blog satisfies this for sure and is the best solution for me to write nearly every day.
- One thing was for sure, this pump would not be working by the time I got there.
- It's a commitment, for sure, but one that I hope you agree was definitely worth it in the end.
- It occurs to me that they're all a bunch of freaks, but it was hard to tell for sure.
Synonyms
definitely, surely, certainly, without doubt, without question, beyond any doubt, undoubtedly, indubitably, positively, absolutely, undeniably, unmistakably

make sure

1usually with clauseEstablish that something is definitely so; confirm.
把…弄清楚；确定
go and make sure she's all right
去弄清楚她是不是真的没事。
Example sentencesExamples
- A software legal advisor makes sure the evidence is admissible, convincing and legally obtained.
- Kirsty spends most of her waking hours doing the housework and making sure her mother has everything she needs.
- He makes sure he has a warrant of fitness, he does everything right, and he goes on the road and is completely within the Road Code.
- We made sure we had the bear spray handy before wading into the river to fish.
- Removing the loads, he checked them and made sure the barrels were clear.
- We carried out a check on all other bridges in the area and made sure they were secure.
- I made sure that they were definitely gone before stepping out from my hiding place.
- Your sister and I have made sure that the treaty was settled fairly and ratified on both sides.
- The certifier makes sure the driver has mastered the previous lessons before moving on.
Synonyms
check, confirm, make certain, ensure
1. 1.1Ensure that something is done or happens.
  确保
  he made sure that his sons were well educated
  他确保他的儿子们都受到了良好的教育。
  Example sentencesExamples
  So you can buy a guarantee to make sure the annuity pays out for at least five or ten years, even if you die.
  We want to keep children in their school but make sure that they get very targeted support.
  He needs instead to make sure that he can keep their support in the second vote on Thursday.
  The little girl supported his arm, making sure he did not fall to the ground.
  Yet neither government has proved capable of making sure that money is well spent.
  Thus, the government was just making sure that nothing would happen on the day before.
  Synonyms
  check, confirm, make certain, ensure

sure enough

informal Used to introduce a statement that confirms something previously predicted.
〈非正式〉果真
when X-rays were taken, sure enough, there was the needle
拍完X光片后，果真有一根针。
Example sentencesExamples
- I tried my hand at stream of consciousness and, sure enough, the words came out but they were devoid of substance.
- The story was always going to be a sitter for the Sunday papers and, sure enough, all three gave it space.
- There was nothing I could do about it but wait and, sure enough, after twenty minutes or so the problem fixed itself.
- By treating the townsfolk as ignorant beasts incapable of choice, sure enough, they become beasts.
- He stumbles to the kitchen and sure enough, there is hot breakfast and the morning newspaper.
- Looking in the bottom of my glass, sure enough, I could see about a centimetre of sediment!
- They tried it and sure enough, the ship turned over and quickly sank.
- I tried looking for a map of Sydney, and sure enough, they claimed I was in the middle of that map too.
- I always say there's no Neil Young like Angry Neil Young and, sure enough, he gets a lot of play.
- The waiter turns to the relevant entry and, sure enough, finds an explanation.

sure of oneself

Very confident of one's own abilities or views.
非常自信
he's very sure of himself
他非常自信。
Example sentencesExamples
- Since they are all so sure of themselves and so confident in their intuition and hunches, they seldom stop and analyze those on-the-spot decisions they so often make.
- I think I am reminding myself of what it feels like to feel attractive, confident, sure of myself.
- Quite confident and sure of himself, Himanshu knows his heart and most importantly knows that it speaks the truth.
- Among the better Christmas presents would be a more vigorous parliament, sure of itself and its abilities and working all the time for a better Scotland.
- If you have a high level you will be confident, happy and sure of yourself.

sure thing

1informal A certainty.
〈非正式〉确定无疑的事情
Example sentencesExamples
- The only two sure things in life are death and taxes, the old saying goes.
- One of the priorities with first-, second- and third-round picks should be to acquire players who are as close to sure things as possible.
- The other two events were by no means sure things.
- One of life's sure things is that year on year, the Madden series of American Football games will get better.
- There are no sure things in any sport, least of all in the fickle game of golf, but it will be a major upset if he does not win the $3m Bay Hill Invitational today.
- Singapore invests in sure things in Australia because it plans its future as a creditor nation - not like Australia.
- Right now, we're going to talk about the surprises, both positive and negative, and the sure things.
- We're going to go over the sure things and long shots this hour.
- We're told the two sure things in life are death and taxes.
- They are now favourites to win but as we all know favourites are not sure things at any time.
Synonyms
inevitability, necessity, foregone conclusion, predictable result, matter of course, racing certainty
1. 1.1North American as exclamationCertainly; of course.
  〈主北美〉当然
  “Can I watch?” “Sure thing.”
  “我可以看看吗？”“当然。”
  Synonyms
  yes, all right, of course, indeed, certainly, absolutely, agreed

to be sure

1Used to concede the truth of something that conflicts with another point that one wishes to make.
固然，必须承认
the ski runs are very limited, to be sure, but excellent for beginners
滑雪道作用很有限，但必须承认，对初学者非常适用。
Example sentencesExamples
- That was unfortunate, to be sure, but certainly not intentional on his part.
- Such insouciance sets an example, to be sure, but not the sort that allows match officials to sleep easily.
- All of this is disturbing, to be sure, but nothing new to anyone who has ever been involved in this kind of situation.
- The wealthy do not speak in one voice, to be sure, but they share a broad common perspective.
1. 1.1Used for emphasis.
  〈非正式〉肯定，无疑（用于强调）
  what an extraordinary woman she was, to be sure
  她真是个非同一般的女人呀！
  Example sentencesExamples
  Nostalgia, to be sure, is a disease, a disease that not even a double dose of reality can cure.
  This is, to be sure, not a virtue on our part, but simply an idea we are used to.
  There is reason for bitter reflection upon the demise of the American empire, to be sure.

Origin

Middle English: from Old French sur, from Latin securus ‘free from care’.

词汇	sure
释义	Definition of sure in English: sure adjective ʃʊəʃɔːʃʊr 1predicative, often with clause Completely confident that one is right. I'm sure I've seen that dress before 我确信我以前看到过那件衣服。 she had to check her diary to be sure of the day of the week 她不得不查看日记来确定是星期几。 Example sentencesExamples I wasn't exactly sure how to respond to her comment. Nobody is entirely sure when exactly sheep turned up, but nobody's complaining. I'm not even sure how to ask that question, let alone answer it. He was sure of that, as sure as one is of being alive or of eating a piece of bread. Nobody was too sure what to say, so nobody said anything. I wasn't exactly sure how to respond to that. I'm opting for the ninny option but I'm not sure Bill is so convinced. I'm not really sure how to get around the problem, but I shall. This has been done keeping in mind the fact that fans of the game are often not too sure about the various positions of the players in the game. I was absolutely sure of myself, sure I was going to make him proud of me and I did. I'm not 100 percent sure how to tell my mother. I'm not sure of his objections but I'm sure, if we try, we can reach agreement to our mutual satisfaction. He sounded absolutely sure of that fact, and I wanted to be. We all feel very confident and more sure that we are right with every day that passes. He told me, as if he was absolutely sure of this fact. I was absolutely sure at that moment I would find myself staring at a big white Game Over. She felt confident and sure, and the music surging through her enticed her attention. I wasn't entirely sure how to react to her and that made no sense. Ryan wasn't exactly sure how to respond to that. She came home, sure of a good number of those questions, not as sure about several others. Synonyms certain, positive, convinced, definite, confident, decided, assured, secure, satisfied, persuaded, easy in one's mind, free from doubt unhesitating, unwavering, unfaltering, unvacillating, unshakeable, unshaken 2sure of/to do somethingCertain to receive, get, or do something. 肯定的，一定的 United are sure of a UEFA Cup place 枪手队稳拿欧洲联盟杯赛前几名。 it's sure to rain before morning 黎明之前肯定会下雨。 Example sentencesExamples Cameras are expensive, but ask the avid photographer and you are sure to receive a nonchalant shrug. Actium's impressive gardens are a defining feature and are sure to prove a strong selling point. This very popular group are sure to receive a very warm welcome in the Western Hotel. Also sure to prove an attraction will be country singing sensation Patrick Feeney and his band. Agassi and Sampras will both now have a couple of unplanned weeks to spare in which doubts are sure to be raised. Demand is likely to be high and with the use of the Middlethorpe stretch still in doubt, tickets are sure to sell out. Synonyms confident, certain, assured with no doubts about bound, destined, fated, predestined, very likely British informal nailed on 3True beyond any doubt. 无可置疑的 what is sure is that learning is a complex business 毫无疑问，学习是个复杂的事情。 Synonyms unquestionable, indisputable, incontestable, irrefutable, incontrovertible, undeniable, indubitable, beyond question, beyond doubt undoubted, absolute, categorical, true, certain, well grounded, well founded, proven, settled, decided obvious, evident, plain, clear, conclusive, final, definite, unmistakable, manifest, patent 3.1attributive Able to be relied on or trusted. 可信的 her neck was red—a sure sign of agitation 她的脖子红了——无疑是激动的迹象。 Example sentencesExamples Then it went dead, a sure sign that the raid had been a success. The spoiler has morphed with lightning speed, a sure sign of this publishing event's place in the culture. I could see Gareth's head turning crimson, a sure sign of confusion and/or stress. The one sure sign of true love is when the man gives the woman the last bite of food. There are even phantom sightings, a sure sign that panic is on the rise. Teague scowled, and his wings pressed closer to his back, a sure sign of agitation. Dimitrova said that consumption of high-tech goods was rising, which was a sure sign of higher income. It should be a sure sign of good summer fishing just around the corner. My brother's Jeep was in the driveway, a sure sign for destruction. Some give up - a sure sign that they are not meant for priesthood. The new Public Service Act lists them explicitly, a sure sign that their survival is threatened. If you see yourself denouncing jealousy you see in others, it's a sure sign that you yourself are still plagued by it. I delight in such juicy characters and put Bath's book down wanting more of them - a sure sign of a great read. It is a sure sign of mirth when the beards of the guests shake with laughter. Besides those two, the club does have a few sure bets for success. Evidence of derelict buildings being refurbished at council expense are a sure sign of the nature of the trust. I know it's a sure sign of getting older, but I just do not get Yu-Gi-Oh! Knowing this as a sure sign of water below, the youth and his brothers returned to the same place and dug the layers of time away. In some towns old buildings have been demolished and replaced with monstrous modern carbuncles, a sure sign of shelling. For her, the one-legged cow was a sure sign of the upcoming erosion of moral ecology. Synonyms guaranteed, unfailing, infallible, unerring, assured, certain, inevitable, incontestable, irrevocable informal sure-fire, in the bag, as sure as eggs is eggs reliable, dependable, trustworthy, unfailing, infallible, never-failing, certain, unambiguous, tested, tried and true, true, foolproof, established, effective, efficacious informal sure-fire 4Showing confidence or assurance. the drawings impress by their sure sense of rhythm 这些图画以其明确的节奏感引人注目。 Example sentencesExamples It lacks the usually sure sense of design that Conran brings. Synonyms firm, steady, stable, secure, confident, solid, steadfast, unhesitating, unfaltering, unwavering, unswerving adverb ʃʊəʃɔːʃʊr North American informal 1Certainly (used for emphasis) 〈非正式〉肯定，无疑（用于强调） Texas sure was a great place to grow up 得克萨斯州无疑是孩子们成长的好地方。 Example sentencesExamples For two decades, though, his constituents have sure voted as if they wanted lower taxes. Synonyms yes, all right, of course, indeed, certainly, absolutely, agreed 1.1as exclamation Used to show assent. 表示同意当然 ‘Are you serious?’ ‘Sure.’ “你是认真的吗？”“当然啦。” Example sentencesExamples He wasn't there when I rang but a couple of hours later the answer came back - sure, no problem. Increasingly they do, but, sure, it's a major aspect of the museum that needs to be out there more. She's still a part of my life and, sure, it hurts sometimes to think about us not being together in the same way that we once were. I mean, part of me is able to dismiss it - sure, I've kissed a fair number of people. Synonyms yes, all right, of course, indeed, certainly, absolutely, agreed Phrases be sure usually in imperativeDo not fail (used to emphasize an instruction) 一定要；务必（用于强调邀请或指示） with infinitive be sure to pop in with clause be sure that you know what is required 务必弄清楚要求是什么。 Example sentencesExamples If you decide to visit Ren or a similar bar be sure to have accompaniment of the best kind. Synonyms remember to, don't forget to, make sure to, see that you, mind that you, take care to, be certain to, be careful to for sure informal Without doubt. 〈非正式〉毫无疑问 I can't say for sure what Giles really wanted 我说不准贾尔斯真正想要的是什么。 Example sentencesExamples It's a commitment, for sure, but one that I hope you agree was definitely worth it in the end. It may not do anything for my friend's mood, but it will make me feel a whole lot better, that's for sure. All we know for sure is that he seems to enjoy some sort of position of authority at the bar. Whether that is a problem of this production or whether of the opera itself I can't say for sure. Cheerful in a different way, for sure, but I still have plenty to be cheery about. A blog satisfies this for sure and is the best solution for me to write nearly every day. No one knows for sure the exact position in 50 years' time, as no one has a crystal ball. One thing was for sure, this pump would not be working by the time I got there. The one thing for sure is that he's not doing it for the sake of doing us a favour. It occurs to me that they're all a bunch of freaks, but it was hard to tell for sure. Synonyms definitely, surely, certainly, without doubt, without question, beyond any doubt, undoubtedly, indubitably, positively, absolutely, undeniably, unmistakably make sure 1Establish that something is definitely so; confirm. 把…弄清楚；确定 go and make sure she's all right 去弄清楚她是不是真的没事。 Example sentencesExamples A software legal advisor makes sure the evidence is admissible, convincing and legally obtained. The certifier makes sure the driver has mastered the previous lessons before moving on. Your sister and I have made sure that the treaty was settled fairly and ratified on both sides. Removing the loads, he checked them and made sure the barrels were clear. We carried out a check on all other bridges in the area and made sure they were secure. Kirsty spends most of her waking hours doing the housework and making sure her mother has everything she needs. He makes sure he has a warrant of fitness, he does everything right, and he goes on the road and is completely within the Road Code. I made sure that they were definitely gone before stepping out from my hiding place. We made sure we had the bear spray handy before wading into the river to fish. Synonyms check, confirm, make certain, ensure 1.1Ensure that something is done or happens. 确保 he made sure that his sons were well educated 他确保他的儿子们都受到了良好的教育。 Example sentencesExamples So you can buy a guarantee to make sure the annuity pays out for at least five or ten years, even if you die. Thus, the government was just making sure that nothing would happen on the day before. Yet neither government has proved capable of making sure that money is well spent. We want to keep children in their school but make sure that they get very targeted support. The little girl supported his arm, making sure he did not fall to the ground. He needs instead to make sure that he can keep their support in the second vote on Thursday. Synonyms check, confirm, make certain, ensure (as) sure as eggs is eggs Without any doubt. 〈非正式〉毫无疑问 ‘You're sure about that?’ ‘Sure as eggs is eggs.’ Example sentencesExamples If you're shopping around for a personal loan, as sure as eggs is eggs, you'll be offered payment protection insurance. Serena was always going to win her first Wimbledon final as sure as eggs is eggs. Second, it is a fact that two cockerels in proximity - whether bred for fighting or not - will, as sure as eggs is eggs, eventually attempt to murder each other. If we don't, sure as eggs is eggs, the food chain will become corrupted beyond repair, and the gene pool turned back into primal soup. It is as sure as fate that, as long as such a direct method of attack exists, it will be used. This year it took until the 3 days before the end of the holiday, but as sure as eggs is eggs it happened. Be very wary of telling the salesperson your maximum budget because, as sure as eggs is eggs, you'll end up paying this - and often even more. She'll try for another position in London, sure as eggs is eggs. Had I not encountered Mr Rabbit I'd have ploughed right into them, sure as eggs is eggs. The cat doesn't want to be watched and I sure as eggs is eggs don't want to see. sure enough informal Used to introduce a statement that confirms something previously predicted. 〈非正式〉果真 when X-rays were taken, sure enough, there was the needle 拍完X光片后，果真有一根针。 Example sentencesExamples The story was always going to be a sitter for the Sunday papers and, sure enough, all three gave it space. I always say there's no Neil Young like Angry Neil Young and, sure enough, he gets a lot of play. He stumbles to the kitchen and sure enough, there is hot breakfast and the morning newspaper. They tried it and sure enough, the ship turned over and quickly sank. I tried my hand at stream of consciousness and, sure enough, the words came out but they were devoid of substance. I tried looking for a map of Sydney, and sure enough, they claimed I was in the middle of that map too. There was nothing I could do about it but wait and, sure enough, after twenty minutes or so the problem fixed itself. Looking in the bottom of my glass, sure enough, I could see about a centimetre of sediment! By treating the townsfolk as ignorant beasts incapable of choice, sure enough, they become beasts. The waiter turns to the relevant entry and, sure enough, finds an explanation. sure of oneself Very confident of one's own abilities or views. 非常自信 he's very sure of himself 他非常自信。 Example sentencesExamples Since they are all so sure of themselves and so confident in their intuition and hunches, they seldom stop and analyze those on-the-spot decisions they so often make. Quite confident and sure of himself, Himanshu knows his heart and most importantly knows that it speaks the truth. If you have a high level you will be confident, happy and sure of yourself. I think I am reminding myself of what it feels like to feel attractive, confident, sure of myself. Among the better Christmas presents would be a more vigorous parliament, sure of itself and its abilities and working all the time for a better Scotland. sure thing 1informal A certainty. 〈非正式〉确定无疑的事情 I told my mates it was a sure thing and they put every last penny on that horse of yours Example sentencesExamples There are no sure things in any sport, least of all in the fickle game of golf, but it will be a major upset if he does not win the $3m Bay Hill Invitational today. One of life's sure things is that year on year, the Madden series of American Football games will get better. They are now favourites to win but as we all know favourites are not sure things at any time. We're told the two sure things in life are death and taxes. We're going to go over the sure things and long shots this hour. Right now, we're going to talk about the surprises, both positive and negative, and the sure things. The only two sure things in life are death and taxes, the old saying goes. Singapore invests in sure things in Australia because it plans its future as a creditor nation - not like Australia. The other two events were by no means sure things. One of the priorities with first-, second- and third-round picks should be to acquire players who are as close to sure things as possible. Synonyms inevitability, necessity, foregone conclusion, predictable result, matter of course, racing certainty 1.1North American as exclamationCertainly; of course. 〈主北美〉当然 ‘Can I watch?’ ‘Sure thing.’ “我可以看看吗？”“当然。” Synonyms yes, all right, of course, indeed, certainly, absolutely, agreed to be sure 1Used to concede the truth of something that conflicts with another point that one wishes to make. 固然，必须承认 the ski runs are very limited, to be sure, but excellent for beginners 滑雪道作用很有限，但必须承认，对初学者非常适用。 Example sentencesExamples All of this is disturbing, to be sure, but nothing new to anyone who has ever been involved in this kind of situation. That was unfortunate, to be sure, but certainly not intentional on his part. Such insouciance sets an example, to be sure, but not the sort that allows match officials to sleep easily. The wealthy do not speak in one voice, to be sure, but they share a broad common perspective. 1.1Used for emphasis. 〈非正式〉肯定，无疑（用于强调） what an extraordinary woman she was, to be sure 她真是个非同一般的女人呀！ Example sentencesExamples This is, to be sure, not a virtue on our part, but simply an idea we are used to. Nostalgia, to be sure, is a disease, a disease that not even a double dose of reality can cure. There is reason for bitter reflection upon the demise of the American empire, to be sure. Derivatives sureness noun ˈʃʊənəsˈʃɔːnəs That may sound dull, but he composed with a lyrical sureness of balance that makes his art as pure and purifying as he hoped. Example sentencesExamples Technically perfect, she stuck her landings with sureness and confidence. There is a sureness of way, a gentle dignity and steadiness of purpose about a camel. Yesterday, the Pope's certainty in his destiny was strong as ever but this time the clergy who gathered around him sensed a different kind of sureness. It is meticulously incised with an image startling in its sureness of line, composition and structure, and magnificent in its subtlety. Origin Middle English: from Old French sur, from Latin securus 'free from care'. This is from Old French sur, from Latin securus ‘free from care’. The same Latin word gives us security (Late Middle English), the legal surety (Middle English), and insecure (mid 17th century) ‘not free from care’, as well as assure (Late Middle English). See curate Rhymes abjure, adjure, allure, amour, assure, Bahawalpur, boor, Borobudur, Cavour, coiffure, conjure, couture, cure, dastur, de nos jours, doublure, dour, embouchure, endure, ensure, enure, gravure, immature, immure, impure, inure, Jaipur, Koh-i-noor, Kultur, liqueur, lure, manure, moor, Moore, Muir, mure, Nagpur, Namur, obscure, parkour, photogravure, plat du jour, Pompadour, procure, pure, rotogravure, Ruhr, Saussure, secure, simon-pure, spoor, Stour, tour, Tours, velour, Yom Kippur, you're adj.1 phr. Definition of sure in US English: sure adjectiveSHo͝orʃʊr 1predicative often with clause Confident in what one thinks or knows; having no doubt that one is right. 确信的；有把握的 I'm sure I've seen that dress before 我确信我以前看到过那件衣服。 she had to check her diary to be sure of the day of the week 她不得不查看日记来确定是星期几。 Example sentencesExamples I'm not 100 percent sure how to tell my mother. I'm not even sure how to ask that question, let alone answer it. I wasn't exactly sure how to respond to her comment. Nobody was too sure what to say, so nobody said anything. He was sure of that, as sure as one is of being alive or of eating a piece of bread. He sounded absolutely sure of that fact, and I wanted to be. I wasn't exactly sure how to respond to that. I wasn't entirely sure how to react to her and that made no sense. This has been done keeping in mind the fact that fans of the game are often not too sure about the various positions of the players in the game. I'm opting for the ninny option but I'm not sure Bill is so convinced. He told me, as if he was absolutely sure of this fact. Ryan wasn't exactly sure how to respond to that. I'm not really sure how to get around the problem, but I shall. Nobody is entirely sure when exactly sheep turned up, but nobody's complaining. She felt confident and sure, and the music surging through her enticed her attention. I'm not sure of his objections but I'm sure, if we try, we can reach agreement to our mutual satisfaction. I was absolutely sure at that moment I would find myself staring at a big white Game Over. We all feel very confident and more sure that we are right with every day that passes. She came home, sure of a good number of those questions, not as sure about several others. I was absolutely sure of myself, sure I was going to make him proud of me and I did. Synonyms certain, positive, convinced, definite, confident, decided, assured, secure, satisfied, persuaded, easy in one's mind, free from doubt 1.1sure of Having a certain prospect or confident anticipation of. 确定的 Ripken can be sure of a place in the Hall of Fame Example sentencesExamples It means that the user of this database can be sure of the accuracy of the data. Their main concern is that they cannot be sure of getting their bets on. What I am sure of is that none of you read all of any one of those series of books. I can see the difference in my personality and I am not sure of the pros and cons yet. We were not sure of each other and also about where our relationship was heading. You can be sure of at least three things when you go to a Rita Chiarelli concert. I'm not sure of her name, although I could probably ask my grandmother what it was. It is only by having prescribed limits and a proper testing regime that we can be sure of proving guilt or innocence. My suitcase contains many things but one thing you can be sure of is that I've probably not got enough pants. We are not sure of the contents of these tanks, or who owns the land they are on. When I started work on the movie two years ago I was aware of the theory but wasn't sure of it. I'm still not sure of what relevance this information is to the election campaign anyway. It could be weeks before relatives are sure of the fate of those currently missing If people are uncertain as to who they are uniting against, they seem even less sure of what they are standing up for. Can they be absolutely sure of the efficacy of their nutritional theories? There will be nothing easy about it and Westmeath will be no pushover, you can be sure of that. Even though I know the thing will be ready on time I don't at the moment feel very sure of it. I can be sure of this because like most people I have experience of both being bullied and being a bully. He had scouted all the colleges and clubs of Ireland but couldn't find a man he could be sure of. I am not entirely sure of the absolute usefulness of such a thing, but I can't resist a gadget. 1.2with infinitive Certain to do something. 肯定的，一定的 it's sure to rain before morning 黎明之前肯定会下雨。 Example sentencesExamples Demand is likely to be high and with the use of the Middlethorpe stretch still in doubt, tickets are sure to sell out. Agassi and Sampras will both now have a couple of unplanned weeks to spare in which doubts are sure to be raised. Actium's impressive gardens are a defining feature and are sure to prove a strong selling point. This very popular group are sure to receive a very warm welcome in the Western Hotel. Cameras are expensive, but ask the avid photographer and you are sure to receive a nonchalant shrug. Also sure to prove an attraction will be country singing sensation Patrick Feeney and his band. Synonyms confident, certain, assured bound, destined, fated, predestined, very likely 1.3 True beyond any doubt. 无可置疑的 what is sure is that learning is a complex business 毫无疑问，学习是个复杂的事情。 Synonyms unquestionable, indisputable, incontestable, irrefutable, incontrovertible, undeniable, indubitable, beyond question, beyond doubt 1.4attributive Able to be relied on or trusted. 可信的 her neck was red—a sure sign of agitation 她的脖子红了——无疑是激动的迹象。 Example sentencesExamples My brother's Jeep was in the driveway, a sure sign for destruction. I know it's a sure sign of getting older, but I just do not get Yu-Gi-Oh! There are even phantom sightings, a sure sign that panic is on the rise. The spoiler has morphed with lightning speed, a sure sign of this publishing event's place in the culture. The one sure sign of true love is when the man gives the woman the last bite of food. The new Public Service Act lists them explicitly, a sure sign that their survival is threatened. Teague scowled, and his wings pressed closer to his back, a sure sign of agitation. It should be a sure sign of good summer fishing just around the corner. It is a sure sign of mirth when the beards of the guests shake with laughter. I delight in such juicy characters and put Bath's book down wanting more of them - a sure sign of a great read. In some towns old buildings have been demolished and replaced with monstrous modern carbuncles, a sure sign of shelling. Knowing this as a sure sign of water below, the youth and his brothers returned to the same place and dug the layers of time away. Some give up - a sure sign that they are not meant for priesthood. Evidence of derelict buildings being refurbished at council expense are a sure sign of the nature of the trust. I could see Gareth's head turning crimson, a sure sign of confusion and/or stress. Then it went dead, a sure sign that the raid had been a success. Dimitrova said that consumption of high-tech goods was rising, which was a sure sign of higher income. For her, the one-legged cow was a sure sign of the upcoming erosion of moral ecology. If you see yourself denouncing jealousy you see in others, it's a sure sign that you yourself are still plagued by it. Besides those two, the club does have a few sure bets for success. Synonyms guaranteed, unfailing, infallible, unerring, assured, certain, inevitable, incontestable, irrevocable reliable, dependable, trustworthy, unfailing, infallible, never-failing, certain, unambiguous, tested, tried and true, true, foolproof, established, effective, efficacious 1.5 Confident; assured. 确信的；确定的 the drawings impress by their sure sense of rhythm 这些图画以其明确的节奏感引人注目。 Example sentencesExamples It lacks the usually sure sense of design that Conran brings. Synonyms firm, steady, stable, secure, confident, solid, steadfast, unhesitating, unfaltering, unwavering, unswerving adverbSHo͝orʃʊr North American informal 1Certainly (used for emphasis) 〈非正式〉肯定，无疑（用于强调） Texas sure was a great place to grow up 得克萨斯州无疑是孩子们成长的好地方。 Example sentencesExamples For two decades, though, his constituents have sure voted as if they wanted lower taxes. Synonyms yes, all right, of course, indeed, certainly, absolutely, agreed 1.1as exclamation Used to show assent. 表示同意当然 “Are you serious?” “Sure.” “你是认真的吗？”“当然啦。” Example sentencesExamples She's still a part of my life and, sure, it hurts sometimes to think about us not being together in the same way that we once were. He wasn't there when I rang but a couple of hours later the answer came back - sure, no problem. I mean, part of me is able to dismiss it - sure, I've kissed a fair number of people. Increasingly they do, but, sure, it's a major aspect of the museum that needs to be out there more. Synonyms yes, all right, of course, indeed, certainly, absolutely, agreed Phrases be sure usually in imperativeDo not fail (used to emphasize an invitation or instruction) 一定要；务必（用于强调邀请或指示） with infinitive be sure to drop by with clause be sure that you know what is required 务必弄清楚要求是什么。 Example sentencesExamples If you decide to visit Ren or a similar bar be sure to have accompaniment of the best kind. Synonyms remember to, don't forget to, make sure to, see that you, mind that you, take care to, be certain to, be careful to for sure informal Without doubt. 〈非正式〉毫无疑问 I can't say for sure what George really wanted 我说不准贾尔斯真正想要的是什么。 Example sentencesExamples Whether that is a problem of this production or whether of the opera itself I can't say for sure. The one thing for sure is that he's not doing it for the sake of doing us a favour. All we know for sure is that he seems to enjoy some sort of position of authority at the bar. No one knows for sure the exact position in 50 years' time, as no one has a crystal ball. Cheerful in a different way, for sure, but I still have plenty to be cheery about. It may not do anything for my friend's mood, but it will make me feel a whole lot better, that's for sure. A blog satisfies this for sure and is the best solution for me to write nearly every day. One thing was for sure, this pump would not be working by the time I got there. It's a commitment, for sure, but one that I hope you agree was definitely worth it in the end. It occurs to me that they're all a bunch of freaks, but it was hard to tell for sure. Synonyms definitely, surely, certainly, without doubt, without question, beyond any doubt, undoubtedly, indubitably, positively, absolutely, undeniably, unmistakably make sure 1usually with clauseEstablish that something is definitely so; confirm. 把…弄清楚；确定 go and make sure she's all right 去弄清楚她是不是真的没事。 Example sentencesExamples A software legal advisor makes sure the evidence is admissible, convincing and legally obtained. Kirsty spends most of her waking hours doing the housework and making sure her mother has everything she needs. He makes sure he has a warrant of fitness, he does everything right, and he goes on the road and is completely within the Road Code. We made sure we had the bear spray handy before wading into the river to fish. Removing the loads, he checked them and made sure the barrels were clear. We carried out a check on all other bridges in the area and made sure they were secure. I made sure that they were definitely gone before stepping out from my hiding place. Your sister and I have made sure that the treaty was settled fairly and ratified on both sides. The certifier makes sure the driver has mastered the previous lessons before moving on. Synonyms check, confirm, make certain, ensure 1.1Ensure that something is done or happens. 确保 he made sure that his sons were well educated 他确保他的儿子们都受到了良好的教育。 Example sentencesExamples So you can buy a guarantee to make sure the annuity pays out for at least five or ten years, even if you die. We want to keep children in their school but make sure that they get very targeted support. He needs instead to make sure that he can keep their support in the second vote on Thursday. The little girl supported his arm, making sure he did not fall to the ground. Yet neither government has proved capable of making sure that money is well spent. Thus, the government was just making sure that nothing would happen on the day before. Synonyms check, confirm, make certain, ensure sure enough informal Used to introduce a statement that confirms something previously predicted. 〈非正式〉果真 when X-rays were taken, sure enough, there was the needle 拍完X光片后，果真有一根针。 Example sentencesExamples I tried my hand at stream of consciousness and, sure enough, the words came out but they were devoid of substance. The story was always going to be a sitter for the Sunday papers and, sure enough, all three gave it space. There was nothing I could do about it but wait and, sure enough, after twenty minutes or so the problem fixed itself. By treating the townsfolk as ignorant beasts incapable of choice, sure enough, they become beasts. He stumbles to the kitchen and sure enough, there is hot breakfast and the morning newspaper. Looking in the bottom of my glass, sure enough, I could see about a centimetre of sediment! They tried it and sure enough, the ship turned over and quickly sank. I tried looking for a map of Sydney, and sure enough, they claimed I was in the middle of that map too. I always say there's no Neil Young like Angry Neil Young and, sure enough, he gets a lot of play. The waiter turns to the relevant entry and, sure enough, finds an explanation. sure of oneself Very confident of one's own abilities or views. 非常自信 he's very sure of himself 他非常自信。 Example sentencesExamples Since they are all so sure of themselves and so confident in their intuition and hunches, they seldom stop and analyze those on-the-spot decisions they so often make. I think I am reminding myself of what it feels like to feel attractive, confident, sure of myself. Quite confident and sure of himself, Himanshu knows his heart and most importantly knows that it speaks the truth. Among the better Christmas presents would be a more vigorous parliament, sure of itself and its abilities and working all the time for a better Scotland. If you have a high level you will be confident, happy and sure of yourself. sure thing 1informal A certainty. 〈非正式〉确定无疑的事情 Example sentencesExamples The only two sure things in life are death and taxes, the old saying goes. One of the priorities with first-, second- and third-round picks should be to acquire players who are as close to sure things as possible. The other two events were by no means sure things. One of life's sure things is that year on year, the Madden series of American Football games will get better. There are no sure things in any sport, least of all in the fickle game of golf, but it will be a major upset if he does not win the $3m Bay Hill Invitational today. Singapore invests in sure things in Australia because it plans its future as a creditor nation - not like Australia. Right now, we're going to talk about the surprises, both positive and negative, and the sure things. We're going to go over the sure things and long shots this hour. We're told the two sure things in life are death and taxes. They are now favourites to win but as we all know favourites are not sure things at any time. Synonyms inevitability, necessity, foregone conclusion, predictable result, matter of course, racing certainty 1.1North American as exclamationCertainly; of course. 〈主北美〉当然 “Can I watch?” “Sure thing.” “我可以看看吗？”“当然。” Synonyms yes, all right, of course, indeed, certainly, absolutely, agreed to be sure 1Used to concede the truth of something that conflicts with another point that one wishes to make. 固然，必须承认 the ski runs are very limited, to be sure, but excellent for beginners 滑雪道作用很有限，但必须承认，对初学者非常适用。 Example sentencesExamples That was unfortunate, to be sure, but certainly not intentional on his part. Such insouciance sets an example, to be sure, but not the sort that allows match officials to sleep easily. All of this is disturbing, to be sure, but nothing new to anyone who has ever been involved in this kind of situation. The wealthy do not speak in one voice, to be sure, but they share a broad common perspective. 1.1Used for emphasis. 〈非正式〉肯定，无疑（用于强调） what an extraordinary woman she was, to be sure 她真是个非同一般的女人呀！ Example sentencesExamples Nostalgia, to be sure, is a disease, a disease that not even a double dose of reality can cure. This is, to be sure, not a virtue on our part, but simply an idea we are used to. There is reason for bitter reflection upon the demise of the American empire, to be sure. Origin Middle English: from Old French sur, from Latin securus ‘free from care’. adj.1 phr.
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