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as in vows
to make a solemn declaration of intent
they promised to keep in touch with us after they moved away
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as in predicts
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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as in pledges
a person's solemn declaration that he or she will do or not do something
he made a promise to arrive on time, come hell or high water
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Recent Examples of promises
David Weigel, semafor.com, 3 Nov. 2025
This new season promises to stay true to its roots of giving preschoolers fresh insights and teaching them to be their smartest, strongest, and kindest selves.
—Sarah Scott, Parents, 3 Nov. 2025
Netflix promises its version will have an all-new playability, as well as more comedy.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 3 Nov. 2025
The show promises plenty of renovation obstacles, design inspiration, and…bears?
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Oct. 2025
Construction is underway on an eye-catching new project that promises to put a musical twist on sky high living.
—New Atlas, 30 Oct. 2025
There’s an ominous final shot of Kayleigh, the Rat who assaulted Ciri in the previous episode, looking at a scroll that promises a fat bounty for her capture.
—Scott Meslow, Vulture, 30 Oct. 2025
Confidence is also being marred by the fact that promises the shutdown will end soon have proved empty.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 30 Oct. 2025
The new lineup, which builds on Qualcomm’s neural processing unit (NPU) technology leadership, promises rack-scale performance with superior memory capacity.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 27 Oct. 2025
Benjamin Siegel, ABC News, 1 Nov. 2025
Microsoft Bank of America remains most constructive on Microsoft, noting that the company doesn't rely on speculative long-term promises to justify its AI investments.
—Alex Harring,yun Li, CNBC, 31 Oct. 2025
Tuesday’s announcement comes after Israel accused Hamas of violating the truce by firing on Israeli forces in Rafah and reneging on promises to return missing hostage remains.
—Ben Smith, semafor.com, 31 Oct. 2025
Enticed by promises to cure fatigue, soothe hangovers, and fight colds, many have flocked to intravenous (IV) hydration spas to be infused with a concoction of minerals and vitamins.
—Alexa Mikhail, Flow Space, 30 Oct. 2025
If tech stocks fall because of AI companies failing to deliver on their promises, the highly leveraged hedge funds that are invested in these companies could be forced into fire sales.
—Matteo Wong, The Atlantic, 30 Oct. 2025
Governor Healey has made similar promises for her first term.
—Lou Murray, Boston Herald, 29 Oct. 2025
The best way to catch every touchdown on Sunday is by watching NFL RedZone, and Week 8 promises to be packed full of highlights and features a number of fantastic NFL matchups.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Oct. 2025
Leaders go for the big-name software with bold promises, only to face long implementations, steep learning curves, and features that don’t match how teams actually work.
—Dennis Woodside, Fortune, 26 Oct. 2025
Verb
Ciattarelli promises to lower energy costs immediately by yanking the state out of a regional greenhouse gas initiative, as well as any other environmental policy that voters are sick of.
—David Weigel, semafor.com, 3 Nov. 2025
This new season promises to stay true to its roots of giving preschoolers fresh insights and teaching them to be their smartest, strongest, and kindest selves.
—Sarah Scott, Parents, 3 Nov. 2025
Netflix promises its version will have an all-new playability, as well as more comedy.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 3 Nov. 2025
The show promises plenty of renovation obstacles, design inspiration, and…bears?
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Oct. 2025
Construction is underway on an eye-catching new project that promises to put a musical twist on sky high living.
—New Atlas, 30 Oct. 2025
There’s an ominous final shot of Kayleigh, the Rat who assaulted Ciri in the previous episode, looking at a scroll that promises a fat bounty for her capture.
—Scott Meslow, Vulture, 30 Oct. 2025
Confidence is also being marred by the fact that promises the shutdown will end soon have proved empty.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 30 Oct. 2025
The new lineup, which builds on Qualcomm’s neural processing unit (NPU) technology leadership, promises rack-scale performance with superior memory capacity.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 27 Oct. 2025
Noun
In the 30-minute phone call, first reported by The New York Times, Obama said he was invested in Mamdani's success and the two discussed the challenges of staffing a new administration and accomplishing Mamdani's campaign promises.
—Benjamin Siegel, ABC News, 1 Nov. 2025
Microsoft Bank of America remains most constructive on Microsoft, noting that the company doesn't rely on speculative long-term promises to justify its AI investments.
—Alex Harring,yun Li, CNBC, 31 Oct. 2025
Tuesday’s announcement comes after Israel accused Hamas of violating the truce by firing on Israeli forces in Rafah and reneging on promises to return missing hostage remains.
—Ben Smith, semafor.com, 31 Oct. 2025
Enticed by promises to cure fatigue, soothe hangovers, and fight colds, many have flocked to intravenous (IV) hydration spas to be infused with a concoction of minerals and vitamins.
—Alexa Mikhail, Flow Space, 30 Oct. 2025
If tech stocks fall because of AI companies failing to deliver on their promises, the highly leveraged hedge funds that are invested in these companies could be forced into fire sales.
—Matteo Wong, The Atlantic, 30 Oct. 2025
Governor Healey has made similar promises for her first term.
—Lou Murray, Boston Herald, 29 Oct. 2025
The best way to catch every touchdown on Sunday is by watching NFL RedZone, and Week 8 promises to be packed full of highlights and features a number of fantastic NFL matchups.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Oct. 2025
Leaders go for the big-name software with bold promises, only to face long implementations, steep learning curves, and features that don’t match how teams actually work.
—Dennis Woodside, Fortune, 26 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for promises
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Brooklyn and Nicola married in April 2022 and renewed their wedding vows this past August.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
23 Oct. 2025
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Continue reading … FIXING TIES – Former defense minister vows to fix US-Colombia alliance 'in a week' if elected.—
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FOXNews.com,
22 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Swain predicts that within a decade, the total size of the three classes of directs will be attracting the same annual volume of new funds as traditional PE commands today.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
1 Nov. 2025
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The firm predicts that the music and podcast streamer can raise subscription prices over the next few months, which should help lift shares.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
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In one lane there is Mamdani, a 34-year-old member of the Democratic Socialists of America whose online fluency and pledges to attack New York's rising costs for regular people has awakened a new generation of progressives ready for their own populist movement.—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
4 Nov. 2025
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Those pledges commitments were gathered via a Google form.—
Jennah Pendleton,
Sacbee.com,
30 Oct. 2025
Verb
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If someone swears on air, hosts typically apologize immediately to stay within Ofcom’s rules and avoid complaints or investigation.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Nov. 2025
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The Le Creuset Dutch stands at the ready in our Test Kitchen for any stewing and braising needs, and Firkser also swears by hers at home.—
Noah Kaufman,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
29 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Senator Ed Markey warns that could lead to a new nuclear arms race.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
2 Nov. 2025
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Stein warns against using a bagless vacuum, as the small baking soda particles will get into the motor and filter, causing damage to your vacuum.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
1 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The clip then hints that the small town is anything but, with disappearances of children, creepy creatures and more lurking in its past and haunting the present.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
24 Oct. 2025
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Durant, 37, reportedly signed a two-year extension worth $90 million with the team on Sunday and the move to acquire the 15-time NBA All-Star hints that the franchise is all-in this season.—
Ben Morse,
CNN Money,
22 Oct. 2025
Verb
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This obviously bodes incredibly well for the future of the Jets.—
Reice Shipley,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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One thing that bodes well for TCU was the timing of the bye week.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Promises.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/promises. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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