1
as in duty
something one must do because of prior agreement
their financial obligations keep them from giving to charities as much as they would like
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2
as in debt
something (as money) which is owed
I have to pay off my current obligations before I can buy a new car
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Recent Examples of obligation
The new complaint alleges Boasberg violated ethical obligations through his public comments and calls for his removal from the case, in addition to disciplinary action.
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David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 29 July 2025
The situation highlights the broader challenge Salem faces in managing environmental obligations while meeting the essential needs of its expanding population.
—Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 July 2025
James said the obligation brands and retailers would be subject to under the new law don’t infringe on NRF members’ First Amendment rights.
—Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 29 July 2025
The company emphasized that under both legal and contractual obligations, the company should have been informed of the arrangements.
—Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes.com, 16 July 2025
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David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 29 July 2025
The situation highlights the broader challenge Salem faces in managing environmental obligations while meeting the essential needs of its expanding population.
—Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 July 2025
James said the obligation brands and retailers would be subject to under the new law don’t infringe on NRF members’ First Amendment rights.
—Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 29 July 2025
The company emphasized that under both legal and contractual obligations, the company should have been informed of the arrangements.
—Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes.com, 16 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for obligation
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Units that handle training would be most affected by Davis’ plan, which calls for 14 officers at the Police Academy to be moved to patrol duty.—
Austin Sanders,
Austin American Statesman,
29 July 2025
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Some goods like aircraft components and certain chemicals are not set to be hit by tariffs, while autos will see duties reduced to the 15% rate.—
Sophie Kiderlin,
CNBC,
28 July 2025
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The City of Baltimore had put a lien on Anderson's tax debt and auctioned it off to the highest bidder -- a company that specializes in tax lien purchases -- for just $69,500.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 Aug. 2025
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When Emmy, who uses a pseudonym online to protect her privacy, started sharing her debt journey on TikTok in March, her total balanced exceeded $28,000.—
Kamaron McNair,
CNBC,
2 Aug. 2025
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Causes of youth homelessness include family breakdowns, evictions, and cultural beliefs about parental responsibility ending at age 18.—
Ethan Hylton,
IndyStar,
30 July 2025
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Women: 'Plan to destroy Oak Flat will devastate me and my people' Traditionally in Indian Country, women are given the responsibility to pass cultural teachings to the next generation.—
Debra Utacia Krol,
AZCentral.com,
30 July 2025
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The Smithsonian acknowledged the need for a comprehensive update of its presidential impeachment exhibit.—
Peter Aitken,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Aug. 2025
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To the best of your ability and as much as your space allows, find a home for each piece of clothing that makes sense for its individual needs.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
2 Aug. 2025
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Turns out, those weren’t just empty words from the Alabama native, who last week recommitted to Beamer and the Gamecocks over in-state Auburn, nearly two years after his original commitment.—
Grace Raynor,
New York Times,
25 July 2025
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In a bid to de-escalate, the E3 are floating a temporary extension of the sanctions deadline, contingent on Iranian commitments to diplomacy and international nuclear oversight.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 July 2025
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“Obligation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obligation. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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