loosepromise
nounUK /ˌluːs ˈprɒmɪs/
US /ˌluːs ˈprɑːmɪs/
A loose promise is a promise that someone may not keep.
He made a loose promise to help, but he never showed up.
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2. A promise stated in general words without clear details.
Her loose promise to 'do something soon' left everyone guessing.
3. An informal agreement that is not firm or binding.
They had only a loose promise between friends, so nothing was written down.
4. A pledge made without real intention or ability to keep it.
The loose promise of free tickets turned out to be just talk.