swearing-in
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of swearing-in
1890–95; from verb phrase swear in; see -ing 1
Example Sentences
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The jabs don’t seem to faze Gorka, who tells a story of standing outside the White House in January 2025, ready to swipe his badge the moment it was activated after Trump’s swearing-in.
From Salon • Apr. 22, 2026
In New York, Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s swearing-in ceremony also became a moment of Punjabi spirit when Canadian born Punjabi singer Babbu Singh — known as Babbulicious, performed.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026
The Trump children only appear in the crowd at his swearing-in.
From BBC • Jan. 30, 2026
Another emblematic Sheinbaum choice was the dress she wore for her October 2024 swearing-in: a knee-length, ivory creation with embroidered wildflowers cascading down one side.
From Barron's • Jan. 2, 2026
Soojin goes over to talk with Emily at her locker, and, as I keep walking down the hall, I hear them discussing the swearing-in.
From "Amina's Voice" by Hena Khan
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