vows 1 of 2

present tense third-person singular of vow

vows

2 of 2

noun

plural of vow

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Recent Examples of vows
Verb
As the Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises proceed, North Korea denounces them as invasion rehearsals, launches missiles and vows stronger deterrence, even as analysts say scaling back drills could weaken long-term allied readiness. Hyung-Jin Kim, Los Angeles Times, 17 Aug. 2026 Trump denies that there’s a weapons shortage, and vows to hunt down whoever leaked details of the weapons shortage that definitely doesn’t exist. Rachel Marsden, Hartford Courant, 15 Aug. 2026 In the video compilation, which has over 11 million views, the bride and groom exchange vows in front of a white and green mix of blooms and vegetables. Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 6 Aug. 2026 Perhaps just as remarkably, Tyland Lannister vows to die beside him. Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026 The pivot came after widespread backlash and vows from all 55 members of UEFA (the Union of European Football Associations) to boycott future FIFA competitions if the plans went through. Rebecca Schneid, Time, 1 Aug. 2026 Building to a grand finale, the footage showcases high-scale visual effects, mythological weaponry, and massive army battles as Rama vows to defeat Ravana across the three worlds and rescue Sita, signaling the start of the era of Rama. Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 30 July 2026 The political battle will continue, as Planned Parenthood’s campaign and advocacy arm vows to campaign against California Republicans who supported the measure that cut reimbursements. Grant Stringer, Mercury News, 21 July 2026 The almost Bachelorette and most famous of the bunch now vows to find her success on her own. Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 17 July 2026
Noun
The couple had exchanged vows at Lenny Kravitz’ apartment in Paris, my source said. Richard Johnson, New York Daily News, 15 Aug. 2026 Last month a wedding couple in New York, who planned to exchange vows in their backyard, had their own nuptials interrupted by hail. Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 14 Aug. 2026 Swift and Kelce married in New York City on July 3, exchanging vows at Madison Square Garden in front of approximately 1,000 guests. Hannah Malach, InStyle, 13 Aug. 2026 Your daughter can save her more intimate plans for a renewal-of-vows ceremony held on a milestone anniversary. Jeanne Phillips, Mercury News, 12 Aug. 2026 Morgan also admits feeling quite nervous to exchange vows in person, but the love of their circle and her wife-to-be calmed her. Shelby Wax, Vogue, 11 Aug. 2026 However, watching a couple exchange their vows changed his tune. Shelby Stivale, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Aug. 2026 Eternal vows extend well beyond the wedding day, and laws exist to protect and fulfill the aspirations of spouses and entire family units. Morgan Mouchette, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vows
Verb
  • For outdoor workout tracking, Google's latest GPS software promises improved accuracy in tough conditions.
    Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 19 Aug. 2026
  • The other is a former Republican congressman turned Democrat who promises to hit pause on the construction of new data centers.
    Kairi Lowery, Miami Herald, 19 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Sometimes as part of an initiation ritual, pledges would allegedly cut and bag the cocaine in the fraternity houses before it was sold to other students.
    ForbesTV, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The industry’s promises AI companies are acutely aware of the souring views toward data centers, and several have made pledges to try and assure Americans that their buildouts will benefit the country.
    Ashley Capoot,Garrett Downs, CNBC, 20 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Despite all of that, in a rare sit-down interview, Glenn swears that his vision for this team hasn’t changed.
    Jonathan Jones, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Vincent swears dogs can be trained to do anything, like open the refrigerator.
    Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 15 Aug. 2026

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