Collocation
keep a promise
Definition
to do what you said you would do; not break your word
'keep a promise' is a common English collocation. to do what you said you would do; not break your word
keep + a promise
“He always tries to keep a promise, even when it's difficult.”
Examples
- I always _____ a promise to my best friend.
- She said she'd call at 8, and she _____ her promise.
- If you can't _____ a promise, don't make one.
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- He apologized because he didn't _____ his promise to help us move.
- They worked overtime to _____ their promise to deliver on Friday.
- Please _____ your promise and tell her the truth.
- Not everyone can _____ a promise under pressure.
- He has never failed to _____ a promise once he gives his word.
- I wish I'd _____ my promise instead of changing my plans at the last minute.
More verb + noun phrases
- make an effort to try hard to do something, especially when it requires extra energy or commitment
- make a choice to decide between options
- make a phone call to call someone using a telephone
- make an appointment to arrange a specific time to meet someone, especially a professional such as a doctor or dentist
- make a complaint to formally say that you are unhappy with a service, product, or situation and want it dealt with