promise

Example Sentences

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Banks promised models a jump-start into the fashion industry.

From Los Angeles Times

According to Nigerian officials, investigations and security reports indicate that some nationals were enticed with promises of well-paid employment, security work, educational opportunities or migration incentives, only to find themselves thrust into active war zones.

From BBC

And the jobs they end up doing are often far from what they are promised.

From Barron's

This promise finds no mention in the joint statement and has neither been confirmed nor denied by the Indian government.

From Barron's

The school was able to help those parents and also promised to give more notice of school trips, so they could plan ahead.

From BBC