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pledge
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[ verb ] promise solemnly and formally
Synonyms Examples "I pledge that will honor my wife" Used in print (The Atlanta Constitution...)Black said COAHR `` hoped to be able to integrate the theaters without taking direct_action , but we are pledged to using every legal and nonviolent means at our disposal '' . (San Francisco Chronicle,...)Buchheister pledged the land would be an `` inviolate '' sanctuary for all birds , animals and plants . (Newark Evening News...)In exchange for higher price_supports , growers pledged reduction in planted acreage . |
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[ noun ] (business) a deposit of personal property as security for a debt
Examples "his saxophone was in pledge" Related terms |
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[ noun ] someone accepted for membership but not yet fully admitted to the group
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[ verb ] give as a guarantee
Examples "I pledge my honor" Related terms |
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[ verb ] pay (an amount of money) as a contribution to a charity or service, especially at regular intervals
Synonyms Examples "I pledged $10 a month to my favorite radio station" Related terms |
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