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to make a solemn declaration of intent
she vowed to love him forever
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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 vows
Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 2 June 2026
Earlier this month, Matsui’s campaign came after Vang for taking corporate donations from Sacramento-area businesses during her city council campaigns, implying that Vang’s vows to not accept money from corporate PACs in her congressional bid is hypocritical.
—Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 1 June 2026
Shakespeare’s classic tale unfolds with the help of friends and the ghost of his father, as Hamlet vows to find the truth and punish the guilty.
—Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026
Appearing to have found her depraved people, Winifried vows to claim legitimacy by becoming a member of the Pounds family and making Miss Lamb her lady’s maid.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 22 May 2026
Magyar vows to restore democratic institutions, investigate alleged corruption under Orbán, repair relations with the European Union and reduce Hungarian dependency on Russia.
—Justin Spike, Los Angeles Times, 9 May 2026
Creasy vows to avenge the Rayburns’ death and protect Poe (Billie Boullet), Rayburn’s teenage daughter who survived and witnessed the attack.
—Lynsey Eidell, PEOPLE, 2 May 2026
The new debt, plus WBD’s existing debt ($29 billion at year end 2025), comes to almost $80 billion, a massive load, even as Ellison vows to expand investments in film, TV and technology.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 23 Apr. 2026
The group denies all the charges and vows to defend itself in court.
—Sarah N. Lynch, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026
Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
Couples can exchange vows beside the lake, host cocktails around the infinity pool, and host a garden dinner beneath the trees—all without ever leaving the property.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 31 May 2026
Some visitors have even gotten married or renewed their vows at the park, such as Kamryn and Jeremy Schill.
—Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026
The couple renewed their vows in 2015 and remained married until his death in 2025.
—Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 28 May 2026
His vows to jump off the top of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium echoed the sentiments of every Florida fanatic from Key West to Pensacola, and Tuesday in the Panhandle, Sumrall once again dropped a one-liner that is sure to be music to the ears of Gator fans who were paying attention.
—Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 27 May 2026
Having a beloved couple (Jim and Pam, Cory and Topanga) exchange vows was once a foolproof way to juice TV ratings.
—Judy Berman, Time, 27 May 2026
Outside Lands is also bringing back its tradition of providing an area where couples can either get married or renew their vows.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 23 May 2026
Verb
While Doherty’s Prue gets Piper to a hospital, Piper dies in her arms, and Prue vows to bring her back.
—Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 2 June 2026
Earlier this month, Matsui’s campaign came after Vang for taking corporate donations from Sacramento-area businesses during her city council campaigns, implying that Vang’s vows to not accept money from corporate PACs in her congressional bid is hypocritical.
—Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 1 June 2026
Shakespeare’s classic tale unfolds with the help of friends and the ghost of his father, as Hamlet vows to find the truth and punish the guilty.
—Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026
Appearing to have found her depraved people, Winifried vows to claim legitimacy by becoming a member of the Pounds family and making Miss Lamb her lady’s maid.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 22 May 2026
Magyar vows to restore democratic institutions, investigate alleged corruption under Orbán, repair relations with the European Union and reduce Hungarian dependency on Russia.
—Justin Spike, Los Angeles Times, 9 May 2026
Creasy vows to avenge the Rayburns’ death and protect Poe (Billie Boullet), Rayburn’s teenage daughter who survived and witnessed the attack.
—Lynsey Eidell, PEOPLE, 2 May 2026
The new debt, plus WBD’s existing debt ($29 billion at year end 2025), comes to almost $80 billion, a massive load, even as Ellison vows to expand investments in film, TV and technology.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 23 Apr. 2026
The group denies all the charges and vows to defend itself in court.
—Sarah N. Lynch, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026
Noun
Dave and Jesni, who first met in church more than a decade ago, exchanged vows on Friday at The Revere, a wedding and special events venue near Dawsonville, with hundreds of guests in attendance, George said.
—Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
Couples can exchange vows beside the lake, host cocktails around the infinity pool, and host a garden dinner beneath the trees—all without ever leaving the property.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 31 May 2026
Some visitors have even gotten married or renewed their vows at the park, such as Kamryn and Jeremy Schill.
—Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026
The couple renewed their vows in 2015 and remained married until his death in 2025.
—Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 28 May 2026
His vows to jump off the top of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium echoed the sentiments of every Florida fanatic from Key West to Pensacola, and Tuesday in the Panhandle, Sumrall once again dropped a one-liner that is sure to be music to the ears of Gator fans who were paying attention.
—Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 27 May 2026
Having a beloved couple (Jim and Pam, Cory and Topanga) exchange vows was once a foolproof way to juice TV ratings.
—Judy Berman, Time, 27 May 2026
Outside Lands is also bringing back its tradition of providing an area where couples can either get married or renew their vows.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 23 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vows
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No matter the result of the final, a million people are expected to line the streets of North London to celebrate at least one major trophy for their men’s team in a parade that promises to end all soccer parades.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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The Red Sea destination promises barefoot luxury that leaves a light footprint, redefining what an upscale travel experience can be.—
Lauren Keith,
Robb Report,
30 May 2026
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After picking up seven commitments through the afternoon, the U gained two more pledges to wrap up its Summer Splash official visit weekend.—
Andy Greder,
Twin Cities,
1 June 2026
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The organizations that will navigate this moment well are not those with the most ambitious pledges or the longest sustainability reports.—
Anjali Chaudhry,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
Verb
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Why fill with swears a show that might otherwise have been appointment viewing for the whole family?—
Graham Hillard,
The Washington Examiner,
31 May 2026
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But in the early days of the Maniacs, everyone swears that Merchant was a shrieking dervish during shows, exorcising her teenage demons on the stage of every bar in the Rust Belt.—
Dan Kois,
Pitchfork,
17 May 2026
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“Vows.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vows. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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