1
as in dedication
adherence to something to which one is bound by a pledge or duty
his frequent absences made others question his commitment to the political campaign
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2
as in obligation
something one must do because of prior agreement
they made a commitment to pay the bill upon receipt of their order
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Recent Examples of commitment
Kitty isn’t the only character in a love triangle — in fact, there will be several situationships that heat up and change their commitment.
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Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 4 Apr. 2026
Cities across the country that pledged reform in 2020 are still struggling to translate those commitments into fully functioning oversight systems.
—Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 4 Apr. 2026
Home built to endure The estate reads like a long-term commitment — one that started with an idea of what a house should endure.
—David Caraccio
april 4, Sacbee.com, 4 Apr. 2026
The state’s commitment to fund the RAP appropriately.
—Allen Harrison, Hartford Courant, 3 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for commitment
Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 4 Apr. 2026
Cities across the country that pledged reform in 2020 are still struggling to translate those commitments into fully functioning oversight systems.
—Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 4 Apr. 2026
Home built to endure The estate reads like a long-term commitment — one that started with an idea of what a house should endure.
—David Caraccio
april 4, Sacbee.com, 4 Apr. 2026
The state’s commitment to fund the RAP appropriately.
—Allen Harrison, Hartford Courant, 3 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for commitment
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commitment
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Mike Alexander, a frequent flier traveling to Orlando before heading to Indianapolis to watch the Michigan men's basketball team compete in the Final Four, praised the dedication of TSA officers.—
Hannah McIlree,
CBS News,
30 Mar. 2026
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The dedication event honored the Rancho Mission Viejo Rodeo’s long-standing support of The Shea Center and other south Orange County nonprofits through the RMV Rodeo proceeds.—
Magda Liszewska,
Oc Register,
30 Mar. 2026
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As part of a two-question ballot measure, the Hickman Mills School District is asking voters to approve a general obligation bond to pay down the district’s debt.—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
4 Apr. 2026
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These agreements are essentially rental leases that include an option (or, in some cases, an obligation) to eventually buy the property after living in it for a period of time.—
Becca Stanek,
TheWeek,
3 Apr. 2026
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Katherine Fan is a travel journalist covering points and miles, loyalty programs, and credit card rewards.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Apr. 2026
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Shipley Donuts Shipley Donuts is offering a free four-pack of kolaches for loyalty members on April 1, according to a news release and a post on their official Facebook page.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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All federal, state and/or local income and other taxes, if any, are the winner’s sole responsibility.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Apr. 2026
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Greene says that responsibility belongs to local police departments.—
Ubah Ali,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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Misiorowski’s allegiance, of course, is with Milwaukee these days.—
Pete Grathoff
April 4,
Kansas City Star,
4 Apr. 2026
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The same country these students pledged allegiance to started hunting them down like criminals.—
Mary Ellen Klas,
Mercury News,
3 Apr. 2026
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Two people, including an off-duty police officer, were injured in a small plane crash in Northeast Philadelphia on Wednesday, sources said.—
Kerri Corrado,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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Until then, assistant coaches Bridgett Melton and Tori Banda will share coaching duties.—
Greg Riddle,
Dallas Morning News,
2 Apr. 2026
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One famous fan took his devotion further than most.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
1 Apr. 2026
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An obituary for Spoon, an electrical lineman in Westfield, New York, noted his devotion to his wife, his dog, and exercise.—
Charles Bethea,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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Channel 24 answered a need identified by a city study on the local music economy back in 2023.—
Madisen Keavy,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2026
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The need in the north Overland Park operates one indoor pool, three outdoor pools and five water play areas to serve its population, according to the master plan draft.—
Taylor O'Connor,
Kansas City Star,
5 Apr. 2026
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“Commitment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commitment. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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