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vow

1 of 2verb
//vaʊ//
Forms:vows,vowing,vowed,vowed
1

to make a sincere promise to do or not to do something particular

C1transitive
  • The couple vowed to support each other through thick and thin.
  • Every year, they vow to spend quality time together as a family.
  • Tomorrow, they will vow to uphold the values of their organization.
  • The team is vowing to work collaboratively on the upcoming project.
  • The soldier vowed allegiance to their country and swore to defend it with their life.
2

to solemnly promise or dedicate oneself or something to a God, a deity, or a purpose

  • After experiencing a life-changing event, she vowed herself to the pursuit of inner peace and personal growth.
  • The athlete vowed himself to intense physical training and discipline to achieve his dream.
  • The musician vowed herself to the art of classical music and dedicated countless hours to perfecting her craft.
  • The devotee vowed his loyalty and service to the deity, offering his entire life to the divine purpose.
  • Seeking divine blessings, he vowed his annual harvest to the deity.
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