as in promise
a person's solemn declaration that he or she will do or not do something
I need your oath that you won't do anything until I've had time to make a decision
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Recent Examples of oath
Joining the military includes an oath, a binding pledge to defend the Constitution against all enemies foreign and domestic and maintain allegiance to the country.
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Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 24 May 2026
Thomas delivered the oath to Warsh.
—Jeff Cox,kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 22 May 2026
Meanwhile, Larson denied his children's claims of abuse under oath.
—Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 22 May 2026
The courtroom filled up quickly in anticipation of Sam Altman, who was set to appear on the stand that day under oath.
—Gideon Lewis-Kraus, New Yorker, 20 May 2026
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Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 24 May 2026
Thomas delivered the oath to Warsh.
—Jeff Cox,kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 22 May 2026
Meanwhile, Larson denied his children's claims of abuse under oath.
—Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 22 May 2026
The courtroom filled up quickly in anticipation of Sam Altman, who was set to appear on the stand that day under oath.
—Gideon Lewis-Kraus, New Yorker, 20 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for oath
Noun
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The incumbent also made his evergreen promises to fight for a Green New Deal, universal healthcare, a Trans Bill of Rights, and an ultra-wealth tax, among other things.—
Tim Dunn,
Boston Herald,
30 May 2026
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These sleek all-white sneakers are a versatile addition to your summer packing list, and their light cushioning and snug fit promise to maintain your unending comfort throughout travel days and beyond.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
30 May 2026
Noun
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The couple ultimately wed in 1975, after exchanging informal, private vows at the top of the Eiffel Tower a few weeks earlier.—
Jacqueline Weiss,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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Some visitors have even gotten married or renewed their vows at the park, such as Kamryn and Jeremy Schill.—
Joseph States,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2026
Noun
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To start the game, Boyd fell behind when London’s Aiden Salinas hit a solo home run off junior starting pitcher William McIntire, a Texas A&M pledge.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 June 2026
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The Texas pledge is part of a larger $17 million investment to support new projects advancing Google's water stewardship goals in Georgia, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri and Nebraska.—
Mateo Rosiles,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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“Oath.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oath. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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