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
EW.com, 19 May 2025
While Washington demands a total halt to Iran's enrichment capabilities, Tehran is vowing to continue its program regardless of any agreement.
—Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 May 2025
Angela Caraway-Carlton, Miami Herald, 8 May 2025
He’s taken vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience and lived in a community with other priests.
—Erika Page, Christian Science Monitor, 8 May 2025
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Verb
Burton vowed, however, that the couple would continue to co-parent their three children, Makena, Brooklyn, and Jack.
—EW.com, 19 May 2025
While Washington demands a total halt to Iran's enrichment capabilities, Tehran is vowing to continue its program regardless of any agreement.
—Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 May 2025
Noun
Opt for a sunset tour with refreshments prepared by the hotel’s executive chef or book a private celebratory cruise for bachelor and bachelorette parties, proposals, vow renewals and more.
—Angela Caraway-Carlton, Miami Herald, 8 May 2025
He’s taken vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience and lived in a community with other priests.
—Erika Page, Christian Science Monitor, 8 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vow
Verb
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Former President Joe Biden blocked the sale on national security grounds, and, as a presidential candidate, Trump also promised to block it.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
30 May 2025
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Trump has promised mass deportations and has moved to roll back Biden-era immigration policies.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 May 2025
Noun
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For investors, attention has focused on the impact of higher defense spending pledges from European governments, particularly Germany — recently unleashed from longstanding restraints on fiscal spending.—
Jenni Reid,
CNBC,
28 May 2025
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The president continues to threaten tariffs, markets react — sometimes severely — and the president often walks back his pledge, giving markets a sigh of relief.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
27 May 2025
Verb
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While some swear by the cleaning product for disinfecting their dishwasher, others may be wary and opt for something different.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
26 May 2025
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To this day, shoppers swear by the leggings’ flattering fit and comfortable style.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 May 2025
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“Vow.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vow. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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