Promises
Pronunciation: /ˈprɑːməsəz/
Promises (noun)
- a statement that you will definitely do or not do something in the future.
- a sign that someone or something will be successful or useful in the future.
Examples
- The promises made during the meeting were clear.
- Promises of support were given to the team.
Common collocations: keep a promise, break a promise, make a promise, show promise, hold promise
Promises (verb)
- to tell someone that you will definitely do or not do something.
- to show signs of future success or usefulness.
Examples
- He promises to finish the work by Friday.
- She promises to help with the project.