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swear by

  1. Also, swear to . Have reliable knowledge of, be sure of, as in I think she was going to the library but I can't swear to it . [Mid-1700s]

  2. Take an oath by, as in I swear by all the saints in heaven . [Early 1200s]

  3. Have great reliance on or confidence in, as in She swears by her personal physician . [Early 1800s]



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Some kitchens swear by beef, others insist on pork sausage, or sometimes a compromise of both.

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Some folks swear by store-bought for convenience — and fair enough.

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Those who swear by the ingredient say it’s a natural moisturizer with several benefits, including fighting acne — asserting it has anti-inflammatory properties — and protecting the skin barrier to lock in hydration.

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While some people swear by their lucky numbers, there is little rhyme or reason behind purchasing a winning ticket.

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"If the crust starts to get too dark, I swear by a ring of foil wrapped around the crust to protect it. You can keep them and reuse them many times too."

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