swearing

Example Sentences

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He whined that the singers who pulled out of the state fair are “Third Rate” and promised he would simply headline the event, swearing he is greater than Elvis, even “without a guitar.”

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

He was nominated in a vote at parliament before a swearing in ceremony at the Court of Session.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

Warsh will take Miran’s seat on the board—Miran issued his resignation letter as governor on Thursday, effective upon the swearing in.

From Barron's • 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

She holds her hand up like someone’s swearing her in.

From "Al Capone Does My Shirts" by Gennifer Choldenko