as in promise
a person's solemn declaration that he or she will do or not do something
I need your oath that you won't do anything until I've had time to make a decision
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Recent Examples of oath
At noon on Monday, President Trump took an oath to faithfully execute his office and preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution.
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Andrew C. McCarthy, National Review, 23 Jan. 2025
Image His administration shut down the CBP One app just minutes after Mr. Trump took the presidential oath on Monday.
—Paulina Villegas, New York Times, 21 Jan. 2025
Had the fires not erupted just a few days before Trump took the oath, the two could have entertained political junkies for the next few years.
—Dan Walters, The Mercury News, 24 Jan. 2025
However, the majority of U.S. presidents have used the Bible during their oath ceremonies.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Jan. 2025
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Andrew C. McCarthy, National Review, 23 Jan. 2025
Image His administration shut down the CBP One app just minutes after Mr. Trump took the presidential oath on Monday.
—Paulina Villegas, New York Times, 21 Jan. 2025
Had the fires not erupted just a few days before Trump took the oath, the two could have entertained political junkies for the next few years.
—Dan Walters, The Mercury News, 24 Jan. 2025
However, the majority of U.S. presidents have used the Bible during their oath ceremonies.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for oath
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The promises have grown more frequent, with more immediate timelines, in recent months as Musk has shifted Tesla’s focus toward autonomous vehicles and away from mass-market EV sales.—
Chris Kirkham and Abhirup Roy,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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President Trump defended his first three weeks back in the White House — punctuated by federal government disruption and promises of American expansionism — during an interview with FOX News Channel's Bret Baier that aired on Super Bowl Sunday.—
Luke Garrett,
NPR,
9 Feb. 2025
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Couples interested in exchanging their vows at the Denny’s Chapel an reserve their spot by visiting Denny's website or calling the restaurant at (702) 471-0056, though walk-ins will be accepted based on availability.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
13 Feb. 2025
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The couple, who have been married since 2018, renewed their vows last year before welcoming their son, Jack Blues.—
Meredith Nardino,
Miami Herald,
13 Feb. 2025
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And this week on Face the Nation: President Trump continues to make good on his campaign pledges.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 Feb. 2025
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Trump followed through on his pledge to hike tariffs on China by 10%, prompting retaliatory action and rattling businesses.—
Francesca Chambers,
USA TODAY,
7 Feb. 2025
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“Oath.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oath. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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