English Expression · Intermediate
swear off
To quit or cease completely, or to promise to quit, as a bad habit
Pronunciation: say swear off
Meaning
To quit or cease completely, or to promise to quit, as a bad habit.
Example
One of these days, he thinks he will swear off his nightly television regimen and get some exercise.
One of these days, he thinks he will swear off his nightly television regimen and get some exercise.
Practice tips
- Practice swear off out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.