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swear to God

verb

Definitions

  1. To vigorously affirm the truth of a statement, knowing that the failure to do so may…

    To vigorously affirm the truth of a statement, knowing that the failure to do so may result in a punishment from God.

  2. Used to indicate that the speaker is swearing to God.

  3. Used to indicate a high level of seriousness.

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