swearing in

[swair-ing-in] / ˈswɛər ɪŋˈɪn /

NOUN

solemn promise

Synonyms

WEAK

enthronement inauguration induction installation investiture solemn declaration vow

Example Sentences

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All of this is rain on Warsh’s metaphorical parade ahead of his White House swearing in ceremony on Friday.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

Before the swearing in, President Trump must sign an official commission naming Warsh to the post.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Warsh’s stakes in Juggernaut Fund LP and a handful of the largest positions are supposed to be sold between his Senate confirmation and his swearing in.

From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026

When asked how he was changing his writing to suit a younger age group, he said he was putting less swearing in.

From BBC • Jun. 17, 2025

We, the accursed, didn’t even have words for swearing in!

From "Grendel" by John Gardner