What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
securing
Example
The company is securing the building with additional locks and security cameras. [securing: verb]
Example
He is currently in the process of securing a loan for his new business. [securing: gerund or present participle]
ensure
Example
We need to ensure that all safety protocols are followed in the laboratory. [ensure: verb]
Example
The warranty will ensure that any defects in the product will be repaired or replaced. [ensure: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Ensure is more commonly used than securing in everyday language. Ensure is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while securing is less common and refers to specific actions taken to make something safe or protected.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between securing and ensure?
Both securing and ensure can be used in formal or informal contexts, but ensure is more versatile and can be employed in various formality levels, allowing it to be used in both formal and informal contexts.
