promise

Example Sentences

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Burnham said the bid was "not pie in the sky", and there had been "promising conversations" with organisers about "bringing the tournament to a bespoke, world-class course at Hulton Park".

From BBC

The Scottish government has promised to spend £6.5m on hospices next year - but sector representatives have said this is not sustainable.

From BBC

For these households, “the promise of economic security and a better future is just out of reach.”

From MarketWatch

Terahertz light has long been considered promising for imaging because it occupies a useful middle ground.

From Science Daily

The military promised independent scrutiny, forensic expertise, and greater support for victims - but has it delivered?

From BBC