sworn to
Example Sentences
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It was considered a symbol of the "Ashes" he had sworn to win back.
From Barron's • Nov. 16, 2025
It’s notable that Mr. Trump stopped short of declaring victory over the transnational criminal organizations he has sworn to destroy.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 12, 2025
“I will not tolerate any act of violence toward those sworn to protect us.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 10, 2025
In particular, there is a confused, protean nature of conducting operations among a civilian population you are sworn to defend while simultaneously seeking to prevent them from harming you or others.
From Slate • Jun. 10, 2025
"They're a metaphor for acceptance; they've sworn to protect a world that hates and fears them."
From "Eleanor & Park" by Rainbow Rowell
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