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to swear
01
to use offensive or vulgar language in order to express strong emotions
Intransitive
Examples
Frustrated with the situation, he began to swear loudly, expressing his discontent.
The angry driver started to swear at other motorists after a traffic altercation.
02
to state that what one is saying is true
Transitive: to swear that
Examples
I swear that I did n't eat the last piece of cake; it must have been someone else.
She swore on her professional reputation that the data was accurate.
03
to strongly promise something, usually in serious or formal situations
Transitive: to swear to do sth
Examples
He swore to keep the secret even under intense pressure.
She swears to always stand by her best friend's side.
04
to require someone to make a formal declaration or promise while invoking a sacred or binding authority
Ditransitive: to swear sb to do sth | to swear sb to sth
Examples
The president was sworn into office, placing their hand on the Constitution and taking the oath of office.
The jury was sworn to secrecy, promising not to discuss the case outside the courtroom.
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