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Commitments and assurances

Verbs for promises, responsibilities and agreement.

B1B2C110 words · 3 examples each
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Found: 10 words

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commit

verb · 3 examples
  1. We can commit two hours to the project.
  2. They will commit more resources to training.
  3. I cannot commit any more time this week.

pledge

verb · 3 examples
  1. The members pledge to support the project.
  2. They will pledge money for the repairs.
  3. We pledge to care for the garden.

vow

verb · 3 examples
  1. I vow to finish what I started.
  2. They vow never to repeat the mistake.
  3. We vow to remain friends.

undertake

verb · 3 examples
  1. We will undertake the repairs ourselves.
  2. The team agreed to undertake a full inspection.
  3. She can undertake the planning work.

fulfil

verb · 3 examples
  1. We must fulfil our promises.
  2. They work hard to fulfil every order.
  3. Our team will fulfil its obligations on time.

guarantee

verb · 3 examples
  1. We cannot guarantee perfect weather.
  2. The maker will guarantee the repair for a year.
  3. These checks do not guarantee success.

ensure

verb · 3 examples
  1. Please ensure that the door is locked.
  2. These checks ensure the equipment is ready.
  3. We need to ensure everyone has a seat.

secure

verb · 3 examples
  1. We hope to secure funding for the project.
  2. They managed to secure a larger room.
  3. The team must secure permission before starting.

oblige

verb · 3 examples
  1. The rules oblige visitors to wear protective shoes.
  2. These conditions oblige us to change the plan.
  3. The agreement may oblige the supplier to replace damaged items.

consent

verb · 3 examples
  1. I consent to the use of my photograph.
  2. They must consent before we enter their garden.
  3. She may consent to an interview.

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