As a result, he might well need the support of some Republicans to ensure its passage.

Actually they are trying to ensure passage for themselves and plot to take over the ship.

And that might frighten them enough to ensure free passage.

It was our job to ensure the lorries' safe passage.

He called in those chits when the House took up the bill earlier this year, ensuring its passage.

Bill had ensured his own passage and placement by entering first.

As a result, the actual transfer did not occur until 24 February 1947, to ensure safe passage.

It is also performed to ensure safe passage for the soul of a mother who died at childbirth.

"We were just trying to craft this in a way that would ensure speedy passage as the session came to a close," he said.

I will ensure their safe passage out of China.