promise
Example Sentences
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The new revelations are likely to exacerbate pressure on Morena, whose founder, López Obrador, rose to power on a promise to combat corruption, which he said fueled violence.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
England have made good on their promise for McCullum to speak publicly more often – four times in the past week.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
“I can promise that I will never work and/or participate in the zoo industry again,” the 34-year-old said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
Among the footwear names showing the most promise, Deckers Outdoor and Crocs stand out.
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
“I promise that I won’t harm one hair on those monkeys.”
From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls
Vocabulary lists containing promise
"Macbeth" Vocabulary from Act I
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Michelle Obama's final address as First Lady (2017)
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