promise
Example Sentences
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There are promises the prime minister will listen to a wider range of views, more voices from different parts of the party.
From BBC
The first time Weston broke his back it ended a promising career in the martial art for the 28-year-old, but bizarrely it turned out to be a blessing.
From Barron's
Malinin had promised to hit his signature move, the quad axel, a difficult four-and-a-half rotation jump that has never been landed at the Olympics.
From Barron's
This cozily claustrophobic home is located in Boston’s historic Beacon Hill district in the period before they had children and were striving anxiously to realize their early promise.
From Los Angeles Times
But you knew now, and you were promised both success and awe.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
