swear in

Definition of "swear in"
  1. Refers to the act of formally introducing an individual into a position or duty by making him or her take an oath
How to use "swear in" in a sentence
  1. Before beginning his duties as a mayor, he had to be sworn in.
  2. The judge was sworn in before she started hearing her first case.
  3. She was sworn in as the president of the organization on Friday.

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