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as in vows
to make a solemn declaration of intent
they promised to keep in touch with us after they moved away
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as in predicts
to show signs of a favorable or successful outcome
given the cast, the new sitcom promises to be an excellent show
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as in pledges
a person's solemn declaration that he or she will do or not do something
he made a promise to arrive on time, come hell or high water
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Recent Examples of promises
Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
As 2025 begins, the slate of January releases promises a strong start to the year.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 4 Jan. 2025
Each one promises a mellow way to unwind.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
The Road Ahead While AI promises a brighter future for the CMDB, organizations must prioritize data quality.
—Anoop Anthore, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
The white-glove delivery provided the exact level of service the brand promises.
—Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Jan. 2025
The shampoo promises to improve volume, aid hair growth, and control oil production at the scalp for overall healthier hair.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 28 Dec. 2024
These phenomena have puzzled scientists for decades, and data collected during Parker's mission promises to provide crucial insights.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
The 2025 tech investment environment promises fewer speculative frenzies and more focused, strategic activity.
—Emil Sayegh, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Verb
The deal to host the Royal Rumble in Saudi Arabia is finalized, with an official announcement expected soon, possibly during Monday's Raw Netflix premiere, which promises to bring in a huge international audience.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
As 2025 begins, the slate of January releases promises a strong start to the year.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 4 Jan. 2025
Each one promises a mellow way to unwind.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
The Road Ahead While AI promises a brighter future for the CMDB, organizations must prioritize data quality.
—Anoop Anthore, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
The white-glove delivery provided the exact level of service the brand promises.
—Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Jan. 2025
The shampoo promises to improve volume, aid hair growth, and control oil production at the scalp for overall healthier hair.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 28 Dec. 2024
These phenomena have puzzled scientists for decades, and data collected during Parker's mission promises to provide crucial insights.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
The 2025 tech investment environment promises fewer speculative frenzies and more focused, strategic activity.
—Emil Sayegh, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for promises
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Jon Heyman of the New York Post predicts Alonso to sign for $152 million.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
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McKinsey & Co predicts the cash economy in many emerging markets like India, will decline from 23% today to less than 10% within this decade.—
Alex Lazarow,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts warns that courts' independence is under threat from violence.—
Taylor Wilson,
USA TODAY,
2 Jan. 2025
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What the first responder law says The law, Senate Bill 184, says that individuals must stand at least 25 feet from a first responder who verbally warns them to back off while the responder is working.—
Howard Cohen,
Orlando Sentinel,
1 Jan. 2025
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That bodes well for his national team prospects under Pochettino.—
Felipe Cardenas,
The Athletic,
24 Dec. 2024
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Walter doesn’t have the heft Brooks does, but that bodes well for the future.—
Eric Koreen,
The Athletic,
23 Dec. 2024
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“Promises.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/promises. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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