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oath

noun

ˈōth

Definition of oath

as in promise

a person's solemn declaration that he or she will do or not do something I need your oath that you won't do anything until I've had time to make a decision

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Recent Examples of oath Following the oath, small American flags were waved with pride. — Maven Navarro, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Sep. 2026 Magistrate Ana Osan raised her right hand and administered the oath. — Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 15 Sep. 2026 His son immediately became king and last week took an oath of allegiance to Norway’s constitution in parliament. — ABC News, 9 Sep. 2026 Ellen, however, is more concerned with Brian and Murtagh (Rory Alexander), who is also on the run with them, making it out alive than any oath. — Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for oath

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Publicly, Pacific Fusion talks mostly about its future ability to supply electricity, a promise the fusion industry has made for years.

— Sarah Scoles, Scientific American, 20 Oct. 2026
Since then, Netanyahu has been criticized by opponents for failing to deliver on his promise of restoring regional security.

— Chad de Guzman, Time, 19 Oct. 2026

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Finally, on Saturday, October 10, Giulia and Conor exchanged vows at the historic cathedral of Nossa Senhora do Carmo da Antiga Sé, followed by a celebratory lunch and reception at Instituto Brando Barbosa.

— Alexandra Macon, Vogue, 12 Oct. 2026
Harry’s vow to invoke his mother in future charitable endeavors sits in stark contrast to older brother Prince William’s approach.

— Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 8 Oct. 2026

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Cairo’s pledge also signals closer alignment with Riyadh, a major financial backer that has provided billions in aid and investment.

— Lauren Morganbesser, semafor.com, 18 Oct. 2026
Audit reports, supplier codes of conduct and corporate sustainability pledges have made up the bulk of brands’ efforts to push a more ecological and socially aware agenda, but times have changed.

— Kate Nishimura, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026

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