promising

Example Sentences

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She needs no institution’s imprimatur, and there’s no corner of the industry promising anything she hasn’t already achieved.

From Los Angeles Times

Sultana has transferred £600,000, promising any remaining money would be paid "as soon as possible, as the legal details are ironed out".

From BBC

Even with these promising insights, caution is needed.

From Science Daily

Quantum cryptography offers a promising defense by using the rules of quantum physics to secure communication against eavesdropping.

From Science Daily

The first arrests in connection with the scandal -- eight members of the country's Department of Public Works and Highways -- were announced only days ago, with the government promising "big fish are coming soon".

From Barron's