Formal promise? Crossword Answer
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a commitment to tell the truth (especially in a court of law); to lie under oath is to become subject to prosecution for perjury
Formal: being in accord with established forms and conventions and requirements (as e.g. of formal dress)
Promise: make a promise or commitment
Other possible answers include ISHALL , which has appeared 100% of the time.
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Formal promise? Crossword Clue FAQ
What is the 4-letter answer to "Formal promise?" crossword clue?
The answer to the "Formal promise?" crossword clue is OATH . This answer contains 4 letters and was confirmed in the Wall Street Journal puzzle.
Which crossword used "Formal promise?" clue?
This crossword clue most recently appeared in the Wall Street Journal puzzle on November 13, 2025 . Daily crossword puzzles often reuse popular clues, so this clue may appear again in future puzzles from the same publication or others.
What is the meaning of OATH?
The word OATH means: a commitment to tell the truth (especially in a court of law); to lie under oath is to become subject to prosecution for perjury. This definition provides context for why it fits the crossword clue "Formal promise?".
