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pledges

/ˈplɛdʒɪz/

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noun

A solemn promise to do something.

Examples :

"The students made pledges to be respectful and responsible in the classroom. "

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noun

A security to guarantee payment of a debt.

Examples :

"The bank held the borrower's stocks as pledges against the loan. "

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noun

A person who has taken a pledge of allegiance to a college fraternity, but is not yet formally approved.

Examples :

"Several pledges are waiting to be initiated into the fraternity. "

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noun

A drinking toast.

Examples :

""At the wedding reception, heartfelt pledges were offered to the happy couple, wishing them a lifetime of love and happiness." "

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verb

To make a solemn promise (to do something).

Examples :

"The students pledges to respect their teacher and classmates. "

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verb

To deposit something as a security; to pawn.

Examples :

"To get money for a new computer, Sarah pledged her grandfather's antique watch. "

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verb

To give assurance of friendship by the act of drinking; to drink to one's health.

Examples :

"At the wedding, the groom pledges his love to the bride by raising his glass and drinking to her happiness. "

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