sworn

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In America, the 2028 presidential election started before the 2024 winner was sworn in.

From Slate • Jun. 6, 2026

The proposal asks for 20 to 50 sworn officers to start, hired over a five-year period, along with support staff.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

Recently remarried, she has sworn off credit cards, though her husband keeps one for emergencies.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

The trial at Newry Crown Court began on Tuesday, with a jury sworn in.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

“He said he’s sworn to secrecy. The only person he’ll talk to about it is Admiral Ashton himself. That’s who made him swear.”

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood