swear by

verb

swore by; swearing by; swears by

transitive verb

: to place great confidence in
swears by his mechanic

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For the old-school approach, travelers still swear by simple systems. Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026 Some commenters even swear by dropping the milk altogether and using lemonade instead for a sorbet-style treat. Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2026 Taking all of the guesswork out of getting ready for the day, this sleeveless to-the-knee dress has racked up over 2,500 reviews from shoppers who swear by its relaxed fit and versatility. Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 31 July 2026 Better yet, several best‑sellers are finally back in stock, making now the perfect time to grab the travel‑ready styles shoppers swear by. Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for swear by

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“Swear by.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/swear%20by. Accessed 4 Aug. 2026.

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