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sworn

[swawrn, swohrn] / swɔrn, swoʊrn /
ADJECTIVE
avowed
Synonyms


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This is the first time a Fed chair has been sworn in at the White House since Alan Greenspan in 1987.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

The Fed said last week that Powell would remain as acting leader until Warsh, confirmed by the Senate last week to a four-year term, could be sworn in.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

Quiroz was sworn in as mayor while clutching her husband’s white hat.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

He could be sworn in as early as Monday.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

‘Your father was his enemy. He was the sworn enemy of all the Soul-Eaters.’

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver




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