1
as in committed
to obligate by prior agreement
I would love to go to dinner with you, but I've pledged myself to a play with my parents that night
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2
as in pawned
to leave as a guarantee of repayment of a loan
pledged their house against the loan
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as in vowed
to make a solemn declaration of intent
I pledge that I will abide by all of the rules of this organization
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Recent Examples of pledged
ABC News, 3 May 2026
Several competing airlines have pledged assistance.
—Nikiya Carrero, CBS News, 3 May 2026
The company has also pledged to pay for any training or certifications required to train the local fire department on how to address fires at its facility.
—Sofi Zeman
may 2, Kansas City Star, 2 May 2026
Once wheels are registered and aging, they can be pledged as collateral.
—Antonia Mortensen, CNN Money, 2 May 2026
Elizabeth Campbell reports that district trustees have pledged no tax rate increase.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram Staff, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 May 2026
Vang has pledged not to accept campaign donations from corporate political action committees.
—Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 1 May 2026
Dozens of major health insurers, including Cigna, Aetna and United Healthcare, last year pledged to make fewer medical procedures require pre-authorization and to speed up the review process.
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 25 Apr. 2026
Magnus Talma became the second Bishop Moore player this week to commit to an FBS program when the speedy wide receiver pledged to Boston College.
—Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
Verb
Authorities have pledged to boost environmental care as part of the country's European Union membership bid, but protection groups have warned little has been done in reality.
—ABC News, 3 May 2026
Several competing airlines have pledged assistance.
—Nikiya Carrero, CBS News, 3 May 2026
The company has also pledged to pay for any training or certifications required to train the local fire department on how to address fires at its facility.
—Sofi Zeman
may 2, Kansas City Star, 2 May 2026
Once wheels are registered and aging, they can be pledged as collateral.
—Antonia Mortensen, CNN Money, 2 May 2026
Elizabeth Campbell reports that district trustees have pledged no tax rate increase.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram Staff, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 May 2026
Vang has pledged not to accept campaign donations from corporate political action committees.
—Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 1 May 2026
Dozens of major health insurers, including Cigna, Aetna and United Healthcare, last year pledged to make fewer medical procedures require pre-authorization and to speed up the review process.
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 25 Apr. 2026
Magnus Talma became the second Bishop Moore player this week to commit to an FBS program when the speedy wide receiver pledged to Boston College.
—Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pledged
Adjective
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With the first of Mamdani’s four promised rent freezes coming at us like a high-speed train, many of us won’t be around for the next three.—
Ann Korchak,
New York Daily News,
23 Mar. 2026
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That is twice the promised average increase in refunds.—
Howard Gleckman,
Forbes.com,
28 Jan. 2026
Verb
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While his hitting is a big part of the reason why the senior shortstop has committed to Belmont, Deegan has always been more focused on the less glamorous part of his job — defense.—
Paul Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
7 May 2026
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Both the club and the Supporters Board are committed to exploring a longer-term solution that works in the interests of all.—
Gregg Evans,
New York Times,
7 May 2026
Verb
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Testimony established that Garcia pawned the rings at a Cash America Pawn Shop and received $300.—
Gabriella Ybarra,
San Antonio Express-News,
26 Mar. 2026
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Others pawned jewelry to help pay their bills.—
Luis Melecio-Zambrano,
Mercury News,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Duncan, a Democrat whose murder conviction was vacated in 2021 after evidence emerged that police officers had lied in court, has vowed to help fix the system that once failed him.—
SARA CLINE,
Arkansas Online,
3 May 2026
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Lai vowed Taiwan ‘will never be deterred by external pressures,’ while China denounced the visit.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
2 May 2026
Adjective
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The current administration has taken a more disciplined approach to accountability, and congressional Republicans have been more engaged in providing the kind of oversight the Constitution envisions.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 May 2026
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As such, participants, as well as those who are simply interested in what Collins and AFP have to share, are encouraged to stay engaged and informed through ongoing content and social platforms, particularly through Freedom is Bigger.—
William Jones,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 May 2026
Verb
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The hoard was deposited around 1047, the release said.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2026
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From there, 60% of the money would be used for property tax rebates for homeowners in areas where the megaproject is located, while 40% would be deposited into a statewide property tax relief fund.—
Jack O'Connor,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Then-Vice President Harris swore Bass into office in 2022.—
Austin Turner,
CBS News,
4 May 2026
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And the body that sold stories like Chambliss’s for years, who swore compensating players would cheapen the game, is the only entity who wants his story to end.—
Bomani Jones,
Vanity Fair,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Pledged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pledged. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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