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In some senses, guarantee is marked as colloquial. Watch for register when choosing this word.
ADJ
full | lifetime, three-year, two-year, etc. | money-back
VERB + GUARANTEE
carry, come with, have
This laptop carries a one-year guarantee, so you can return it if something breaks.
give (sb), issue, offer (sb)
PREP
under ~
My new phone is under guarantee for two years, so the manufacturer will fix any problems at no cost.
~ against
This insurance policy provides a guarantee against accidental damage to your home.
~ for
The manufacturer offers a five-year guarantee for all electronic devices purchased from their store.
~ on
This phone comes with a two-year guarantee on the battery and screen.
ADJ
absolute, cast-iron, firm, reliable | long-term
constitutional, personal
The bank offered a personal guarantee when we applied for the business loan.
VERB + GUARANTEE
give (sb), offer (sb), provide (sb with) | demand, want
get
The car manufacturer refused to get us a written guarantee on the engine.
PREP
~ against
A good insurance policy provides a guarantee against unexpected medical expenses.
~ for
The bank provides a five-year guarantee for all appliances purchased through their store.
~ of
A good education is no guarantee of success in life.
ADV
absolutely
I absolutely guarantee this recipe will work if you follow the instructions carefully.
personally
I personally guarantee that this restaurant will give you the best meal in town.
VERB + GUARANTEE
be able to, can
PHRASES
be fully guaranteed
The new phone I bought last year is fully guaranteed against any defects.
ADV
absolutely | almost, practically, virtually
effectively
A good insurance policy effectively guarantees that your medical bills will be covered.
automatically
Having a university degree doesn't automatically guarantee you'll find employment in your field.
by no means, not necessarily
A high price does not necessarily guarantee the quality of a product.