Sentence examples for a mere pledge from inspiring English sources
But for companies to believe the money is real rather than a mere pledge by aid ministers, it has to be locked away safely.
In China as much as in America, the event was seen as of far greater importance than a mere pledge by China to reduce barriers to its markets (moves towards which had long been under way).
Although China is not saying how much debt it is buying, analysts said the mere pledge to buy debt made it difficult for investors to bet against the euro, helping to bolster the currency.
The elected member should be a representative, not a mere delegate pledged to obey undeviatingly the wishes of his constituents.
Yet mere pledges and promises to reduce destructive practices will not lead us toward a healthier planet.
WHEN he was still a mere senator, Barack Obama pledged to take swift action to ensure that the internet remained a level playing field if he were elected president.
Utterly besotted, Henry apologised profusely for having suggested Anne could ever have been a mere mistress, and pledged to "pray once a day" for the circumstances which would lead them to consummate their love.
Rich-country governments have pledged a mere $4.6 billion for the UN's Global Fund since it was established in 2001 as a six-year programme.
Of the stated US $100bn that is required for the entire project, the government of India has pledged a mere US $4.5bn, with the Japanese government promising an equal amount.
Moreover, the U.S. Ebola pledge is a mere 9percentt of the amount which we willingly spent on the mid-terms - that's a pretty clear indication of priorities.
