swear in

Example Sentences

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"It's a great contrast. The white, with the black," Trump told reporters as he showed them the ongoing work after a ceremony to swear in new the Homeland Security secretary, Markwayne Mullin.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

Despite Johnson’s assurances, the shutdown does not prevent the House from meeting in a brief session to swear in Grijalva as a member for Arizona’s 7th District, which has been without representation since March.

From Salon • Nov. 1, 2025

Johnson in January did swear in two GOP congressmen during a pro forma session—though the speaker notes that their swearing-in date had already been set and the House was unexpectedly out of session.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 22, 2025

Johnson says that his actions in keeping the House away, and refusing to swear in Grijalva until the House is back, have “nothing to do” with Epstein.

From Slate • Oct. 11, 2025

When asked to swear in her vote, Anthony willingly placed her hand on the Bible and swore that she was, in fact, able to vote.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling