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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Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino and Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello -- widely seen as the powers behind the throne -- were present Monday for Rodriguez's swearing-in.

From Barron's • Jan. 7, 2026

Shortly after the swearing-in, the military reopened land, air and sea borders that were shut when it announced the coup.

From BBC • Nov. 28, 2025

The swearing-in ceremony will soon lay the groundwork for a House vote that Trump has long tried to avoid.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 12, 2025

Keith Ellison had to defend using Thomas Jefferson’s Quran at his 2007 swearing-in, amid baseless claims of Muslim disloyalty.

From Slate • Oct. 29, 2025

Within hours of his swearing-in, Grabarek sat down with a group of black student leaders to hear their concerns.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson