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
Rohan Goswami, semafor.com, 4 Sep. 2025
The family friends promised to help Wade find work at a seafood processing plant or on a fish-buying scow.
—Bjorn Dihle, Outdoor Life, 4 Sep. 2025
Samson Waithaka plays a prince who promised to marry Mumbi, creating a love triangle.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 4 Sep. 2025
The arena promised information on a refund and rescheduled date soon.
—Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
Earlier this year, Lionsgate CEO Jon Feltheimer hinted that the film could be pushed back again, but promised that the official promotional rollout is currently in the works.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 3 Sep. 2025
If the ships deliver what’s been promised, the days of calling all river cruise ships the same may be numbered.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Pleasant breezes and temperatures in the mid-60s greeted folks who streamed into the festival Friday afternoon to start a long holiday weekend that promised nice weather throughout.
—Brian McCollum, Freep.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Councilmember Kaplan promised to work with Twin Rivers, the city and North Natomas Jibe, a local nonprofit which advocates for sustainable transportation, to improve the conditions around the school.
—Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Verb
Freixe took the top job and promised to refocus on core businesses, while ruling out major M&A that peer companies have pursued.
—Rohan Goswami, semafor.com, 4 Sep. 2025
The family friends promised to help Wade find work at a seafood processing plant or on a fish-buying scow.
—Bjorn Dihle, Outdoor Life, 4 Sep. 2025
Samson Waithaka plays a prince who promised to marry Mumbi, creating a love triangle.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 4 Sep. 2025
The arena promised information on a refund and rescheduled date soon.
—Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
Earlier this year, Lionsgate CEO Jon Feltheimer hinted that the film could be pushed back again, but promised that the official promotional rollout is currently in the works.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 3 Sep. 2025
If the ships deliver what’s been promised, the days of calling all river cruise ships the same may be numbered.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Pleasant breezes and temperatures in the mid-60s greeted folks who streamed into the festival Friday afternoon to start a long holiday weekend that promised nice weather throughout.
—Brian McCollum, Freep.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Councilmember Kaplan promised to work with Twin Rivers, the city and North Natomas Jibe, a local nonprofit which advocates for sustainable transportation, to improve the conditions around the school.
—Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for promised
Adjective
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Even after spring training saw the loss of Gerrit Cole for the year, closer Devin Williams exhibited brutal command issues and a harsh midseason slump drove the team down in the standings, the Yankees have remained committed to making a playoff push.—
Peter Chawaga,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
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Our hybrid system is a committed step.—
Bill Springer,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Lugo addressed his rough patch with The Star and vowed to work through his current skid.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
4 Sep. 2025
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The former leader — who faces decades in prison if convicted — has vowed to stand in next year’s presidential election despite a ban against him running, a stance analysts believe will damage the right’s chances of returning to power.—
Brendan Ruberry,
semafor.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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However, the Ulrich plan largely predicted it right, envisioning a district that would absorb all of California’s northern state line with Oregon, stretching to Nevada.—
David Mark,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Sep. 2025
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Her nails, designed by celebrity manicurist Tom Bachik, followed predicted fall trends with a milky pink base and a short cut.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
5 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Tug-of-war also channels a dog’s natural instincts of capturing prey, keeping them engaged.—
Kelsey Monstrola,
USA Today,
5 Sep. 2025
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Swift and Travis, both 35, became engaged in August 2023.—
Ilana Kaplan,
PEOPLE,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Anto, a Parisian cop of Corsican origin, swore as a child to his brother – killed in a vendetta – to break the cycle of vengeance that has plagued their family for generations.—
Ed Meza,
Variety,
28 Aug. 2025
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One text written before 1250 swore by dead vultures being a one-size-fits-all cure for a myriad of health issues.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
10 Aug. 2025
Verb
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In a note earlier this month, Moody’s warned that credit risk in private credit assets was also growing.—
Jenni Reid,Ganesh Rao,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
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Washington — In a safety alert, Tuesday, the Federal Aviation Administration again warned airlines of the risk of lithium batteries carried onboard planes by passengers and crew members.—
Pete Muntean,
CNN Money,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Bezos and Milner funneled over $3 billion into Altos Labs; Altman pledged $1 billion to Retro Biosciences; Peter Diamandis and Tony Robbins raised $18 million for Fountain Life; Dave Asprey is privately backing Upgrade Labs.—
Sindhya Valloppillil,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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In his offer letter outlining his employment terms, the company pledged to establish a small remote office in Newport Beach, California.—
Amelia Lucas,
CNBC,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Earlier this year, Lionsgate CEO Jon Feltheimer hinted that the film could be pushed back again, but promised that the official promotional rollout is currently in the works.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Starlit Prim hinted that her upcoming collection will channel the glamour of Monaco in the ’50s — perfect for her target customer of women who understand and love a timeless vintage occasion look and want to feel modern, but not overtly trendy.—
Emily Mercer,
Footwear News,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Promised.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/promised. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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