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  1. 29-Dec-2011, 17:53 #1
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    Default to swear on something or to swear to something

    Which is the correct usage?

    To swear on something or to swear to something.
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    Default Re: to swear on something or to swear to something

    Quote Originally Posted by allthewayanime View Post
    Which is the correct usage?

    To swear on something or to swear to something.
    Both are possible.
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    Default Re: to swear on something or to swear to something

    Therefore I swear on my life and I swear to my life have the same meaning?
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    Default Re: to swear on something or to swear to something

    Quote Originally Posted by allthewayanime View Post
    Therefore I swear on my life and I swear to my life have the same meaning?
    No, you are jumping to conclusions. "I swear to you...." "I swear on the bible" etcetera.
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