English phrase from drama scenes

Ways to Say "need to make" in English

Learn useful ways to say "need to make" in English with drama examples and natural alternatives.

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Threaten

and we need to make sure he has no way to escape the grasp of the law.

It means they want to trap someone so that person cannot get away.

From One Night Stand, Episode 44

When do people say this?

Scene Context

The speaker says they must make sure the target has no escape route.

Usage Scenario

Use this only in crime, chase, or revenge contexts. It sounds dangerous and is not suitable for everyday conversation.

Better ways to say it

1
We need to make sure he has no way to escape.
2
Make sure he can't escape.
3
Block his escape.

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