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as in curses
to use offensive or indecent language
no one is allowed to swear in this house
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as in promises
to make a solemn declaration of intent
swear to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth
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as in cusses
a disrespectful or indecent word or expression
can't you express your frustration without using swears?
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Recent Examples of swears
Alison Herman, Variety, 1 Mar. 2026
There’s a lot of UPF clothing out there, but for saltwater fishing, Rubner swears by Free Fly apparel from head to toe.
—Francesca Krempa, Outside, 9 Jan. 2026
Wildcat Mountain, New Hampshire In northern New Hampshire, Wildcat Mountain’s diehard following swears by its exciting terrain, stunning views of Mount Washington and the great White Mountain National Forest, and intimate, no-frills feel that makes winter-sport purists feel right at home.
—Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 8 Jan. 2026
An InStyle writer swears by the Hourglass Vanish Airbrush Concealer for brightening her dark under-eye circles and acne marks.
—Melony Forcier, InStyle, 7 Jan. 2026
To keep the hardwood floors shiny, contributor Yelena Moroz Alpert swears by the Narwal S30 Pro Wet Dry vacuum cleaner.
—Terri Williams, Architectural Digest, 6 Jan. 2026
Kelley Kolettis swears by Sam's Club's Member’s Mark Hotel Luxury Collection 1,000 thread count sheets.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 5 Jan. 2026
From the beeswax taper that Kelly Wearstler swears by as a dinner party MVP to the Cire Trudon classic multiple pros call their favorite, their answers run the gamut.
—Hannah Coates, Vogue, 4 Jan. 2026
One of the most common riffs Simmons swears by at home or on the road?
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Jan. 2026
Andrew Greif, NBC news, 23 Feb. 2026
Under the watchful eye of sheriffs deputies who threatened to ticket anyone caught standing in the road, along with a small number of National Guard members, the protesters took turns screaming swears and warming up in nearby parked cars.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 28 Jan. 2026
Verb
Billy Bob Thornton swears a blue streak.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 1 Mar. 2026
There’s a lot of UPF clothing out there, but for saltwater fishing, Rubner swears by Free Fly apparel from head to toe.
—Francesca Krempa, Outside, 9 Jan. 2026
Wildcat Mountain, New Hampshire In northern New Hampshire, Wildcat Mountain’s diehard following swears by its exciting terrain, stunning views of Mount Washington and the great White Mountain National Forest, and intimate, no-frills feel that makes winter-sport purists feel right at home.
—Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 8 Jan. 2026
An InStyle writer swears by the Hourglass Vanish Airbrush Concealer for brightening her dark under-eye circles and acne marks.
—Melony Forcier, InStyle, 7 Jan. 2026
To keep the hardwood floors shiny, contributor Yelena Moroz Alpert swears by the Narwal S30 Pro Wet Dry vacuum cleaner.
—Terri Williams, Architectural Digest, 6 Jan. 2026
Kelley Kolettis swears by Sam's Club's Member’s Mark Hotel Luxury Collection 1,000 thread count sheets.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 5 Jan. 2026
From the beeswax taper that Kelly Wearstler swears by as a dinner party MVP to the Cire Trudon classic multiple pros call their favorite, their answers run the gamut.
—Hannah Coates, Vogue, 4 Jan. 2026
One of the most common riffs Simmons swears by at home or on the road?
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Jan. 2026
Noun
Kennedy could be heard hurling swears at the Swedish team.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 23 Feb. 2026
Under the watchful eye of sheriffs deputies who threatened to ticket anyone caught standing in the road, along with a small number of National Guard members, the protesters took turns screaming swears and warming up in nearby parked cars.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 28 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for swears
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Unclear if Instagram curses are transferrable.—
Clio Chang,
Curbed,
18 Dec. 2025
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The driver curses at those outside and inside the car.—
Jason Kravarik,
CNN Money,
13 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The association’s language promises equity, but its bylaws do not deliver.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
7 Mar. 2026
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That's a lot more than the Headphone (1)'s maximum of 80 hours, and even the budget Headphone Pro from Nothing's subsidiary brand CMF which promises 100 hours.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
7 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Witness testifies about helping Benjamin Song evade capture Later, the fourth cooperating witness testified.—
Kelsy Mittauer,
CBS News,
10 Mar. 2026
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Bright streaks known as ejecta rays can be seen streaking away from young impact craters in Odendahl's photo, whose existence testifies to the incredible force unleashed in their creation.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
4 Mar. 2026
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In that moment, Dupree involuntarily punches him and the pair go quiet as Dooley cusses and bends over wincing in pain.—
Vanessa Etienne,
PEOPLE,
2 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Iran vows revenge for Khamenei killing As word spread of Khamenei’s death, some in Tehran could be seen cheering from rooftops, witnesses said.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
1 Mar. 2026
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Takemikazuchi, the god of thunder, prevails by crushing the arm of Takeminakata, a rival god, who retreats to Lake Suwa and vows never to leave.—
Joshua Hunt,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Andres Chait pledges continuity and a focus on students as LAUSD grapples with an FBI investigation into Alberto Carvalho.—
Howard Blume,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Mar. 2026
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The brand pledges 1 percent of all sales to support the Rare Impact Fund, which aims to mobilize $100 million to expand access to mental health services and education for young people worldwide.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Swears.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swears. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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