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vow

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noun

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Recent Examples of vow
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 See All Example Sentences for vow
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vow
Verb
  • The upcoming shows promise to be a nostalgic celebration for longtime fans and a rare chance to hear a beloved track performed live by the band that wrote it.
    Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 23 June 2025
  • Its closure would alienate Tehran further How the Israel-Iran standoff took a turn and what's next after a pivotal 24 hours NATO allies promise to hike defense spending — but can they be trusted?
    Victor Loh, CNBC, 23 June 2025
Noun
  • There’s more to the situation than a pledge from the five-star prospect, who was hotly pursued by both USC and Alabama.
    Jon Wilner, Mercury News, 20 June 2025
  • The outcry led to a government pledge to avoid new taxes.
    Christine Ro, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
Verb
  • Everyone swears the pitch maintained its dancing effect even at this higher speed.
    Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 19 June 2025
  • Attendees then each took a personal oath, similar to one taken by the United States president as they are sworn into office.
    Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 15 June 2025

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