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vow

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noun

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of vow
Verb
California lawmakers have for years vowed to hold fossil fuel companies liable for damages caused by their emissions, including worsening wildfires and floods and mounting costs of climate recovery and adaptation. Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2025 But in his response about the snub, Soto downplayed the importance of making the All-Star game and vowed to improve. Peter Chawaga, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 July 2025
Noun
As for the cost of the raids in L.A. — by an administration that made a vow to shrink government — Bass wanted to make a few points. Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2025 The exact location of their wedding has not been disclosed, although Reuters and the Associated Press reported the couple will exchange vows on the small island of San Giorgio on Friday. Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for vow
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vow
Verb
  • India first announced a new EV policy last year that promised to reduce duties for companies that commit to building up a local supply chain.
    Dylan Butts, CNBC, 15 July 2025
  • The event promises to enhance Milan’s international appeal and Cortina’s status as a luxury ski resort destination.
    Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 15 July 2025
Noun
  • In addition to Adams’ pledge, Andrew Cuomo, Curtis Sliwa, and Jim Walden have promised to protect retirees; but Zohran Mamdani has not.
    Marianne Pizzitola, New York Daily News, 14 July 2025
  • The letter — and Vought's Friday pledge to pursue an investigation into the Fed's renovations — suggest that the Trump administration is moving to remove Powell before his term ends next year.
    Erin Doherty, CNBC, 12 July 2025
Verb
  • Thousands calmly walked out of the park; some attendees swore, while others danced.
    Piet Levy, jsonline.com, 12 July 2025
  • Customers don’t just swear by the bedding during hot temperatures though.
    Ali Faccenda, People.com, 12 July 2025

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“Vow.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vow. Accessed 23 Jul. 2025.

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