1
as in vowed
to make a solemn declaration of intent
they promised to keep in touch with us after they moved away
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2
as in predicted
to show signs of a favorable or successful outcome
given the cast, the new sitcom promises to be an excellent show
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Recent Examples of promised
Howard Gleckman, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 3 Mar. 2026
Paxton has promised to cut taxes and curb spending to bring down the nation’s debt.
—From Staff Reports, Dallas Morning News, 3 Mar. 2026
The city may regain possession, but that does not automatically restore the value that was promised.
—Michelle Grau, Sun Sentinel, 3 Mar. 2026
The portal promised more minutes.
—Devin Bradshaw, Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2026
Chait on Monday promised continuity and a focus on students in brief remarks before the school board went into closed session to deal with labor negotiations and the fallout from last week’s FBI raid of of Carvalho’s home and office.
—Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2026
Additionally, Walmart must submit an annual report to the FTC for the next 10 years to make sure drivers are being paid what they were promised and document the effectiveness of the program.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 2 Mar. 2026
Moreno promised in that interview that the games would be on TV, but as yet there have been no announcements.
—Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 2 Mar. 2026
And where is that promised 10% cap on credit card interest rates?
—Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 25 Feb. 2026
Adjective
That is twice the promised average increase in refunds.
—Howard Gleckman, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Verb
Last month, an agentic AI assistant called OpenClaw that promised to manage your calendar, check you in for flights, respond to emails, and organize your files went viral.
—Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 3 Mar. 2026
Paxton has promised to cut taxes and curb spending to bring down the nation’s debt.
—From Staff Reports, Dallas Morning News, 3 Mar. 2026
The city may regain possession, but that does not automatically restore the value that was promised.
—Michelle Grau, Sun Sentinel, 3 Mar. 2026
The portal promised more minutes.
—Devin Bradshaw, Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2026
Chait on Monday promised continuity and a focus on students in brief remarks before the school board went into closed session to deal with labor negotiations and the fallout from last week’s FBI raid of of Carvalho’s home and office.
—Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2026
Additionally, Walmart must submit an annual report to the FTC for the next 10 years to make sure drivers are being paid what they were promised and document the effectiveness of the program.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 2 Mar. 2026
Moreno promised in that interview that the games would be on TV, but as yet there have been no announcements.
—Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 2 Mar. 2026
And where is that promised 10% cap on credit card interest rates?
—Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 25 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for promised
Adjective
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But the Senate hasn’t gone along, choosing to stay committed to the 2018 law that raised the age to 21.—
Ana Goñi-Lessan,
Sun Sentinel,
3 Mar. 2026
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But that work circulated mainly among committed women’s liberationists.—
Margaret Talbot,
New Yorker,
2 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The Israeli military, in a rare statement, condemned the settler violence and vowed zero tolerance.—
Imad Isseid,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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The remarks came after Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian vowed not to back down.—
Bloomberg Wire,
Dallas Morning News,
8 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Extended highway drive tests covering hundreds of miles showed the firm’s simulation models predicted real-world energy use within a few percent.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Mar. 2026
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Local politics observers predicted Drayton could tighten that gap and present Leake’s biggest obstacle yet.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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His willingness to seek support, stay engaged and persevere through obstacles demonstrates maturity well beyond his years.—
Caroline Ritzie,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
6 Mar. 2026
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In a world filled with distractions, strength training can help reset your mind and keep you mentally engaged.—
Fred Sassani,
Austin American Statesman,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Liu — who sports halo hair, has been vocal about her progressive politics and swore on camera after winning — has flipped the stereotype on its head, forcing figure skating to move along with the tide.—
Rachel Hale,
USA Today,
21 Feb. 2026
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Kennedy received a verbal warning from governing body World Curling a day after the feisty back-and-forth with the Swedish team, when fingers were pointed and the Canadian player repeatedly swore.—
STEVE DOUGLAS,
Arkansas Online,
15 Feb. 2026
Verb
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According to the complaint, officials in Lower Oxford Township had previously warned the HBCU about crowd control and parking issues that prevented EMS vehicles from responding to emergencies.—
Frederick Sutton Sinclair,
CBS News,
8 Mar. 2026
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Officials warned flying debris could be dangerous for anyone caught outside and said mobile homes could be damaged or destroyed.—
Nour Rahal,
Freep.com,
7 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Provost has pledged to use those lessons learned, with labor unions awaiting details as to whether this will have implications for jobs in France.—
Albertina Torsoli,
Bloomberg,
9 Mar. 2026
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Following the announcement, Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard pledged its allegiance to Mojtaba, who has close ties to the powerful military wing.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
8 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Sanchez hinted that his custody case was based on his immigration status.—
City News Service,
Oc Register,
6 Mar. 2026
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Trump had suggested Iranians would overthrow their government, but lately hinted that regime moderates could take over.—
semafor.com,
semafor.com,
6 Mar. 2026
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“Promised.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/promised. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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