one's word is one's bond
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used to refer to someone who means every word that they say
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Approving
Idiom
例
John told Mary he could complete the project by Friday. She trusts his word because with John, his word is his bond - he always follows through on his commitments.
The companies struck a verbal agreement, knowing it was solid because the CEO believes one's word is one's bond in business dealings. A handshake sealed the deal.
