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promise

[prom-is] / ˈprɒm ɪs /






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“The combination of two non-promises does not add up to a promise, as Coca-Cola wishes,” the government wrote in a court filing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 21, 2026

Though focused on their impending U.S. and European tour, the duo promise that the next Soft Palms album won’t take as long and are mulling over their next music-industry book project.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 2026

Supporters of the Church's promise to make amends say it has a responsibility to address the legacy of slavery.

From BBC • Jun. 18, 2026

It’s promise has driven market to fresh record highs, and its spending has kept the economy from sliding into recession.

From Barron's • Jun. 18, 2026

My promise to Grandpa about being ready and waiting for our trip to town got sidetracked during the night.

From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls




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