Assertion: trial's witness | /r/CapableOf | take oath
Facets:
value: to tell the truth
type: PURPOSE
value: before giving testimony
type: TEMPORAL
Source sentences:
text: Before giving testimony in a trial, a witness takes an oath or affirmation to tell the truth; a witness who refuses the oath or affirmation will not be permitted to testify.
text: The witness is called to the stand and is "sworn in," taking an oath to tell the truth.