promise
noun
a declaration that something will or will not be done, given, etc., by one.
promises
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pluralof promise.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
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present tense formof promise (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
promisenouna declaration that something will or will not be done, given, etc., by one.
Example Sentences
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Walmart recently published a list of things it promises not to do to its customers.
From Salon ● Nov. 2, 2026
As in scam operations in Southeast Asia, the Madagascar centres allegedly lured Africans to the Indian Ocean island via social media and with promises of salaries.
From Barron's ● Oct. 31, 2026
The bombing mission promises a familiar story of men facing fire together.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026
It promises quick cash — but at a high cost.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 28, 2026
But Byrd made promises too, that she didn’t keep.
From "A Bird Will Soar" by Alison Green Myers
