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promise

[prom-is] / ˈprɒm ɪs /






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That production was a far cry from the promise he displayed coming out of LSU, where in his one season was a consensus All-American after averaging 19.2 points, 11.8 rebounds and 4.8 assists a game.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 19, 2026

The pledge, read off a large sign, reminds partygoers that consent can be revoked at any time, and includes a promise to hold others accountable.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 18, 2026

And it has also brought the promise of a "point of difference" in attack as they prepare for a potentially pivotal first match.

From BBC ● Oct. 16, 2026

Investors should also resist reading it as a promise of 40% lower costs.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 16, 2026

“You’re making a big deal out of nothing again. I promise I’ll get to the next practice.”

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam

An unemployed former hotel employee who gave her first name as Oumy said as she marched on the weekend that she no longer believed in the government's promises.

From Barron's ● Oct. 20, 2026

There are also concerns over the billions of dollars being spent on AI infrastructure and whether the companies making those investments can deliver on their promises of generating huge profits.

From BBC ● Oct. 19, 2026

Fortuna is planning to start construction on a $400 million gold mine in Senegal, which at current prices promises payback in just months.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 19, 2026

According to Tesla, customers will have to wait until 2028 to get their cars, and everybody understands that caveat emptor is key when dealing with Musk’s promises.

From Slate ● Oct. 19, 2026

“It means, I never made any promises to Audrey. She got clingy and possessive.”

From "Keep It Together, Keiko Carter" by Debbi Michiko Florence

"We promised a half-percent uncertainty in our proposal, and we got there," added Skillman.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 20, 2026

Colleges raced to expand their programs as students flocked to a field that promised lucrative careers in tech.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 20, 2026

“Later I will get a deal, and I’ll be able to pay back the investment,” she promised.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 19, 2026

Despite the attacks, Deputy First Minister Jenny Gilruth promised to work with bus companies on the plans.

From BBC ● Oct. 18, 2026

‘I have to be home by six. I promised I’d babysit for my younger brother. Another time, though? Perhaps we could hang out next Saturday, too?’

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler

"This is a promising proof of concept, but it is not ready for clinical use," he said.

From BBC ● Oct. 20, 2026

Although these potential therapies remain experimental, the discovery offers a promising new direction in Alzheimer's research.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 19, 2026

He defeated the more combative congresswoman Jasmine Crockett in the Democratic primary, promising a "politics of love."

From Barron's ● Oct. 19, 2026

Food-and-beverage and consumer-products companies have been trying to freshen up or hive off dated brands and scoop up promising upstarts that resonate more with younger consumers.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 19, 2026

The group took his application with them, promising to get back to him when their investigation was completed.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson


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