sworn to
Example Sentences
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"As her book's title suggests, it turns out Hill was quite busy behind the doors of justice, thwarting the integrity of the justice system she was sworn to protect and uphold," the justices wrote.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
“Stealing from the very people you are sworn to protect is a profound betrayal of the badge,” Los Angeles County Dist.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 25, 2025
It was considered a symbol of the "Ashes" he had sworn to win back.
From Barron's • Nov. 16, 2025
It’s notable that Mr. Trump stopped short of declaring victory over the transnational criminal organizations he has sworn to destroy.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 12, 2025
Frigga told him of her journey to ensure Balder’s safety and how everything had sworn to do him no harm.
From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton
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