solemn promise
Example Sentences
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NAGASAKI, Japan—As a teacher, Michiko Yagi told schoolchildren that Japan had made a solemn promise to the world never to wage war again.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026
“We will continue to keep our solemn promise to care for their families, just as they were faithful to our nation.”
From Seattle Times • Feb. 26, 2024
That word has become a popular refrain here: “Lewiston Strong,” banners and hand-painted signs say — reflecting not just the city’s history but also residents’ solemn promise to their community’s future.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 31, 2023
It was signed by Queen Victoria in 1840 and contains a solemn promise by the Crown to protect Māori culture and lands.
From BBC • Sep. 15, 2022
And she had made Shay a solemn promise.
From "Uglies" by Scott Westerfeld
