professes

"My friend told me there was something in the box, but I didn't know what it was yet. "

"Choosing the right college requires discernment in evaluating different programs and campuses. "

"My older sister is attending university to study engineering. "

"His insincerity was obvious to all; he was neither honest nor believable."

"We administered the medicine to our dog by mixing it in his food."

"The word "bossy" has negative connotations, suggesting someone is controlling and unpleasant, even though it literally means someone gives orders. "

"The monastery professed young Emily into their order. "

"The teacher patiently explained the math problem, and the students were able to understand the steps involved. "

"We need some sort of principles to reason from."

"The adherence of the sticky notes to the whiteboard was impressive. "

"My friend is a vegetarian, so she doesn't eat meat or use animal products like leather. "

"The religious devoted much of their time to prayer and meditation. "