make certain
make certain (that) something
To check something in order to confirm that it is true, correct, or happening. I just want to make certain that our meeting is still on for tomorrow morning. Will you make certain that our bags are on the train?
See also: certain, make, something
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
make ˈcertain (that...)
find out whether something is definitely true: I think there’s a bus at 8 o’clock but you’d better call to make certain.See also: certain, make
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
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- leave the door open for
- leave the door open for (something or doing something)
- take the chance (to do something)
- take the occasion
- take the occasion (to do something)
- take the opportunity (to do something)
- have half an eye on (someone or something)
- have one eye on (someone or something)
- keep half an eye on (someone or something)