DictionaryseeMaking sure
verb

see

To make sure something happens or is done.

Please see that every child has a warm coat.

Etymology

The perception verb developed uses for attending to or overseeing a matter. Seeing that something happens means taking responsibility for ensuring it is done.

More examples

  • The nurse saw to it that he took his medicine.
  • I will see that the package reaches you.
  • She sees to the animals before breakfast.

Forms

see · sees · saw · seen · seeing

Similar words

ensure
States the responsibility for making something happen more formally.
arrange
Takes steps toward an outcome without necessarily guaranteeing it.