promise
Example Sentences
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Authorities promise sweeping economic transformation at the entrance to one of the world's busiest waterways -- the Strait of Malacca, through which up to 30 percent of global trade passes.
From Barron's • May 18, 2026
She no longer believes in the promise, once taken for granted, that each generation will improve its lot over the last.
From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026
For the record, the Chinese have made no such promise, and simply observed that the Iran war should never have happened.
From Salon • May 17, 2026
Doku has evolved as a player and is beginning to realise his immense promise at City after nearly three years with the club.
From BBC • May 16, 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
Vocabulary lists containing promise
"Macbeth" Vocabulary from Act I
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Michelle Obama's final address as First Lady (2017)
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