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
Ann Korchak, New York Daily News, 23 Mar. 2026
That is twice the promised average increase in refunds.
—Howard Gleckman, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 25 Mar. 2026
As his mentors retired and left political office, Rubio promised to toe the line.
—Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 24 Mar. 2026
Abbott, who is running for a fourth term in office, also promised to eliminate school district property taxes by shifting the funding burden entirely to the state.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Mar. 2026
But Gorrin spent the entire time talking about why life was so bad in Venezuela, and didn’t bring the letter from Maduro as promised under Rivera’s plan.
—Miami Herald, 24 Mar. 2026
Under pressure from federal and state lawmakers, Kalshi promised to ratchet up scrutiny of athletes and politicians who trade on their own contests.
—Rohan Goswami, semafor.com, 24 Mar. 2026
The initial approval of Francis’ proposal came at a shock to area advocates for infrastructure funding, given Kelly had just promised that funding to KCK weeks prior.
—Sofi Zeman, Kansas City Star, 23 Mar. 2026
The potential four-year rent freeze Mamdani promised is on the line.
—Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 23 Mar. 2026
Atlanta knows how to host a good event, and fans are going to have a good time, World Cup Host Committee members have promised.
—Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 17 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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
That is twice the promised average increase in refunds.
—Howard Gleckman, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Verb
Like a magic potion in a fairy tale, these liquid cleanses promised clear skin, strong nails, shiny hair, and gut health.
—Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 25 Mar. 2026
As his mentors retired and left political office, Rubio promised to toe the line.
—Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 24 Mar. 2026
Abbott, who is running for a fourth term in office, also promised to eliminate school district property taxes by shifting the funding burden entirely to the state.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Mar. 2026
But Gorrin spent the entire time talking about why life was so bad in Venezuela, and didn’t bring the letter from Maduro as promised under Rivera’s plan.
—Miami Herald, 24 Mar. 2026
Under pressure from federal and state lawmakers, Kalshi promised to ratchet up scrutiny of athletes and politicians who trade on their own contests.
—Rohan Goswami, semafor.com, 24 Mar. 2026
The initial approval of Francis’ proposal came at a shock to area advocates for infrastructure funding, given Kelly had just promised that funding to KCK weeks prior.
—Sofi Zeman, Kansas City Star, 23 Mar. 2026
The potential four-year rent freeze Mamdani promised is on the line.
—Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 23 Mar. 2026
Atlanta knows how to host a good event, and fans are going to have a good time, World Cup Host Committee members have promised.
—Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 17 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for promised
Adjective
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Sagittarius November 22 – December 21 Heartfelt promises deserve your committed follow-through.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Mar. 2026
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Robby’s pivot is, of course, intentional, a way for The Pitt to highlight how burnout flattens committed frontline workers into people who simply can’t do it anymore.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
24 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Swalwell’s campaign did not respond to multiple requests for comment, but candidates like former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and former State Controller Betty Yee have denounced prediction markets and vowed to crack down on them if elected.—
Grace Hase,
Mercury News,
22 Mar. 2026
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After being named the interim president, al-Sharaa vowed to unite the country and respect pluralism.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
22 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Ben Johnson and Cloris Leachman won in the supporting category, as Peter had predicted.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
25 Mar. 2026
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Tim Brinkhof The Past In 1909, a best-selling book predicted WWI would never happen.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
25 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Progress begins when families speak up and stay engaged.—
Shon Lowe,
Twin Cities,
26 Mar. 2026
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But those who have worked with him or presented cases in his court say that outward appearance masks a sharp, deeply engaged jurist with an unwavering commitment to the rule of law.—
Jaclyn Diaz,
NPR,
25 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Anthropic swore never to stand between military officials and B2B SaaS influencer slop.—
Gideon Lewis-Kraus,
New Yorker,
14 Mar. 2026
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When calls went to a wrong number or voicemail, Krishnamoorthi swore at staffers and demanded new phone numbers, one former campaign staffer said.—
Dan Petrella,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In a post on X earlier that day, LAPD said protesters along Alameda Street between Aliso and Temple streets had been warned multiple times by federal authorities not to attempt to tear down a gate or throw objects.—
Sarah D. Wire,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2026
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After a young white shark was spotted off the Newport Beach coast, a renowned marine biologist warned Southern California residents that many more sightings could happen by the end of summer.—
Lauren Pozen,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Democrats pledged to oppose funding for DHS unless changes were made in the wake of a crackdown in Minnesota that led to the fatal shootings of two protesters.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
22 Mar. 2026
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For example, during the 2016 attack at Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Florida, the attacker pledged his allegiance to ISIS in a call to 911.—
Eric Levenson,
CNN Money,
22 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Springsteen hinted that the set lists for the upcoming shows will be purposeful and meet the moment at a time when many Americans are struggling to put food on the table as gas and commodities prices spike due to Trump’s now monthlong war in Iran.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
26 Mar. 2026
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Early results hinted that red and near-infrared light applied to the head might protect neural tissue after brain injury.—
Lynne Peeples,
Scientific American,
26 Mar. 2026
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“Promised.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/promised. Accessed 30 Mar. 2026.
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