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
Bianna Golodryga, CNN Money, 5 Feb. 2026
China criticized the European Union’s in-depth probe into subsidies for Chinese wind power companies, calling the move protectionist and vowing it would take action to protect the country’s interests.
—Alfred Cang, Fortune, 5 Feb. 2026
Glamour, 1 Feb. 2026
Eventually, her identity is revealed; their storyline explores the dynamics of social class, as well as a sweet relationship that ultimately ends in exchanging of vows and four kids.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 31 Jan. 2026
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Verb
Officials have vowed to combat any similar US military action against Cuba.
—Bianna Golodryga, CNN Money, 5 Feb. 2026
China criticized the European Union’s in-depth probe into subsidies for Chinese wind power companies, calling the move protectionist and vowing it would take action to protect the country’s interests.
—Alfred Cang, Fortune, 5 Feb. 2026
Noun
The pair renew their wedding vows.
—Glamour, 1 Feb. 2026
Eventually, her identity is revealed; their storyline explores the dynamics of social class, as well as a sweet relationship that ultimately ends in exchanging of vows and four kids.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 31 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vow
Verb
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Lewis promised to help modernize the paper’s business.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
9 Feb. 2026
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For 2026, the beloved series marks its 66th season and promises a summer filled with romance, comedy and tragedy.—
Kirby Adams,
Louisville Courier Journal,
8 Feb. 2026
Noun
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But many have said that the public pledges remain too vague to gauge the program's full impact, and some experts have warned that the program is likely to be constrained by the courts.—
DEMOCRAT-GAZETTE STAFF FROM WIRE REPORTS,
Arkansas Online,
6 Feb. 2026
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However, the average number of annual deaths has also markedly increased since before the council made the Vision Zero pledge.—
Ariane Lange,
Sacbee.com,
5 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The newest member of Congress, Christian Menefee, was sworn into office this week after a special election win in Texas.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 Feb. 2026
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The station on Santa Barbara Drive used by the Police Department, which has 232 employees, of whom 148 are sworn, is becoming worn and in need of upgrades, Jurjis said.—
Erika I. Ritchie,
Oc Register,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Vow.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vow. Accessed 12 Feb. 2026.
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