swear in
phrasal verbswear somebody in | swear somebody into something
- [often passive] to formally introduce a new public official or leader at a special ceremony at which they promise to perform their duties well and show strong support for the organization or country
- He was sworn in as president.
- The new prime minister was sworn into office.
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