Definitions

swearing in

[swair-ing-in] / ˈswɛər ɪŋˈɪn /

NOUN

solemn promise

Synonyms

WEAK

enthronement inauguration induction installation investiture solemn declaration vow

Example Sentences

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Warsh said little that was specific about how he will approach the nuts and bolts of Fed policy in brief remarks following the swearing in.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

All of this is rain on Warsh’s metaphorical parade ahead of his White House swearing in ceremony on Friday.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

Warsh’s stakes in Juggernaut Fund LP and a handful of the largest positions are supposed to be sold between his Senate confirmation and his swearing in.

From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026

A council renewing its efforts to introduce fines for people caught swearing in public has said its proposals have been "misunderstood".

From BBC • Jul. 24, 2025

We, the accursed, didn’t even have words for swearing in!

From "Grendel" by John Gardner