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pledge

noun as in word of honor

noun as in sign of good faith

verb as in guarantee; give word of honor

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The government said in June, when the amendment was pledged, that it built on existing laws, including the Obscene Publications Act 1959 and the Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008.

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While they have collectively pledged to invest billions—betting on the fact that they would play an essential role in helping large companies use AI—the reality has been more complicated.

Serving at the Fed “has been the honor of my life,” said Cook, who pledged to continue doing her job.

Ahead of last year's general election, Reform's pledges included slashing corporation tax, cutting stamp duty on home purchases and lifting the threshold when people start paying income tax.

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Ministers have pledged to reach net zero - the point where we're adding no more carbon dioxide to the atmosphere – by that date.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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