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
Nick Miller, New York Times, 17 June 2026
In Kansas City, at least, that promised efficiency has yet to be realized.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 17 June 2026
According to police and court reporting, the suspects were promised payment to carry out a coordinated campaign in London in May 2025, including attacks involving a vehicle and two properties linked to Starmer.
—Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 16 June 2026
The jubilee promised an end to extraction.
—John E. Jackson Sr, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
Among the compensation promised by the Crown for their services were pensions, land, and decent wages.
—Literary Hub, 16 June 2026
She was promised there’d be no cameras.
—Karen Valby, Vanity Fair, 16 June 2026
Jobs promised that the desktop version of the G5 would climb in clock speed from 2 GHz to 3 GHz within a year, a promise that never came to pass.
—ArsTechnica, 15 June 2026
We were promised new life downtown.
—Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 June 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
And among the security staff, assorted suits and other hangers-on, the money promised to the players disappeared.
—Nick Miller, New York Times, 17 June 2026
In Kansas City, at least, that promised efficiency has yet to be realized.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 17 June 2026
According to police and court reporting, the suspects were promised payment to carry out a coordinated campaign in London in May 2025, including attacks involving a vehicle and two properties linked to Starmer.
—Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 16 June 2026
The jubilee promised an end to extraction.
—John E. Jackson Sr, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
Among the compensation promised by the Crown for their services were pensions, land, and decent wages.
—Literary Hub, 16 June 2026
She was promised there’d be no cameras.
—Karen Valby, Vanity Fair, 16 June 2026
Jobs promised that the desktop version of the G5 would climb in clock speed from 2 GHz to 3 GHz within a year, a promise that never came to pass.
—ArsTechnica, 15 June 2026
We were promised new life downtown.
—Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for promised
Adjective
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The States has never been a traditional soccer-loving country, but Tuesday’s turnout provided more evidence there is a committed and passionate fanbase there.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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In response to the explosive report, the White House said Trump remains committed to spend $400 million in private funds on the ballroom.—
Joey Garrison,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
Verb
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Russia's war in Ukraine, which Trump once vowed to end, rages on.—
Danielle Kurtzleben,
NPR,
14 June 2026
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Trump has vowed dozens of times that an agreement to end the war that began in February is near, only for none to materialize so far.—
Arsalan Shahla,
Fortune,
13 June 2026
Verb
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Kim predicted that Japanese live-action productions and Thai content are poised for broader international success, while Zameczkowski echoed the growing global appeal of Japanese IP.—
Lin Ying-Hsuan,
Variety,
17 June 2026
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Exciting times could lie ahead for the US wine industry, Mansour predicted.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
17 June 2026
Adjective
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Gallup research published in June 2024 found that engaged teams produce 23% higher profitability than disengaged ones.—
Chris Rosenberg,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Because there are going to be any number of ways to feel engaged with all the teams playing and staying in the area.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
11 June 2026
Verb
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Sent to the minors the next spring training, Sweet told off his manager, Roger Craig, who swore that Sweet would never play for him again — and kept his word.—
Tyler Kepner,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
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The lefty the brass swore was the bedrock of the future rotation.—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
2 June 2026
Verb
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As recently as February 2026 and May 2025, the public Santa Clara County’s health department has warned about potential exposure to measles after people with the virus passed through public places.—
Connor Sheets,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2026
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Emergency officials warned residents and visitors to expect road closures and traffic delays in the area surrounding Madison Square Garden.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
Verb
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Ahead of the gathering, authorities in Geneva blocked off roads, banned unauthorized gatherings and pledged financial support for businesses that could be hit by unrest.—
Jamey Keaten,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2026
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Still, devoted fans are right to be excited to see the undefeated Topuria, who has pledged to knock out the popular Gaethje in the first round, and another powerful puncher in Pereira, who recently starred in an action movie.—
Mark Puleo,
New York Times,
13 June 2026
Verb
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney hinted Wednesday that the opening could be delayed while downplaying any concerns.—
Joey Cappelletti,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
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There might be, Sakic hinted, a trade.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
11 June 2026
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“Promised.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/promised. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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