as in to promise
to make a solemn declaration of intent
she vowed to love him forever
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as in promise
a person's solemn declaration that he or she will do or not do something
we need your vow that you won't damage anything while we're gone
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Recent Examples of vow
Shannon K. Kingston, ABC News, 25 June 2025
As law enforcement agencies continue the manhunt for Travis Decker — a Washington state father accused by police of murdering his three young daughters — Chelan County Sheriff Mike Morrison has vowed to bring him to justice.
—Nicole Acosta, People.com, 25 June 2025
Maria Morava, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 June 2025
After the pair finally exchanged vows, their ceremony concluded.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 18 June 2025
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Verb
If the sides came together again, talks would again hinge on the president's key demand that Iran vow not to enrich uranium on its own soil, said Stroul, who is now the director of research and a senior fellow at The Washington Institute for Near East Policy.
—Shannon K. Kingston, ABC News, 25 June 2025
As law enforcement agencies continue the manhunt for Travis Decker — a Washington state father accused by police of murdering his three young daughters — Chelan County Sheriff Mike Morrison has vowed to bring him to justice.
—Nicole Acosta, People.com, 25 June 2025
Noun
The viral video, shared by Alexa Sorensen, the best friend of the bride and groom, showed the Baltimore park guide visibly emotional during the couple's wedding vows.
—Maria Morava, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 June 2025
After the pair finally exchanged vows, their ceremony concluded.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 18 June 2025
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Verb
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To address such issues, insurers also promised to ensure that medical professionals—not administrative staff—review denied requests moving forward.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 June 2025
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Frette bathrobes, pillow menus, spacious dressing rooms, walk-in wardrobes, free-standing bathtubs and Hermès amenities promise the utmost comfort.—
Natasha Amar,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
Noun
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Initially, the Swiss government’s CHF 15 million pledge during the bid process was set to be slashed to CHF 4 million, sparking political and public backlash.—
Claire Poole,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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Overall, the Senate version includes roughly $4 trillion in tax cuts, new funding for border security and fulfills some of Trump’s campaign pledges such as no taxes on tips and overtime.—
Lauren Peller,
ABC News,
1 July 2025
Verb
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Of course, some people swear by foot baths or sprays as a guard against magnesium deficiency.—
Maria Berentzen,
Vogue,
30 June 2025
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And all of them have sworn off real news, across the dial.—
Howie Carr,
Boston Herald,
28 June 2025
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“Vow.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vow. Accessed 7 Jul. 2025.
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