swear by

Frequency: 7.311.5 per million words

make a promise using the name of something or someone you respect

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Examples (10)

  • I swear by my mother that I didn't take the money.
  • You can trust him; I swear by his honesty.
  • She swears by this brand of coffee; she says it's the best.
  • He swears by the effectiveness of natural remedies.
  • I swear by all that is holy, I had no idea this would happen.
  • Many people swear by the benefits of meditation.
  • Don't worry, I swear by my reputation that this is true.
  • The doctor swears by a healthy diet and regular exercise.
  • I swear by my life, I saw a ghost last night!
  • She swears by the old saying: 'Honesty is the best policy.'