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
Critics, including immigrant advocacy groups and privacy proponents, argue that the agreement violates longstanding taxpayer confidentiality protections and could deter undocumented immigrants from fulfilling their tax obligations.
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David Catanese, Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2025
Rural communities could be unequally impacted Unlike the postal service, private companies do not have the same service obligations requiring delivery to rural or sparsely-populated areas – even at a loss.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 7 Apr. 2025
Trump's handling of economic matters and military obligations will likely remain under scrutiny, particularly as details emerge about the four service members who died in Lithuania: Troy Knutson-Collins, Jose Duenez Jr., Edvin Franco, and Dante Taitano.
—John W. Dean, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Apr. 2025
Those landmarks include getting summer jobs, getting themselves to sports or other extracurricular obligations, and managing their own health care appointments.
—Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 5 Apr. 2025
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David Catanese, Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2025
Rural communities could be unequally impacted Unlike the postal service, private companies do not have the same service obligations requiring delivery to rural or sparsely-populated areas – even at a loss.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 7 Apr. 2025
Trump's handling of economic matters and military obligations will likely remain under scrutiny, particularly as details emerge about the four service members who died in Lithuania: Troy Knutson-Collins, Jose Duenez Jr., Edvin Franco, and Dante Taitano.
—John W. Dean, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Apr. 2025
Those landmarks include getting summer jobs, getting themselves to sports or other extracurricular obligations, and managing their own health care appointments.
—Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 5 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for obligation
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Parenthood comes with countless duties and consequences.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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What public programs, and civic duties and privileges, are different groups eligible for? Citizen Green-card holder Long-term visa Short-term visa No valid visa Are you allowed to vote, or run for office, in federal and state elections?—
Albert Sun,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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The company later emerged in December 2020 with new owners, including Brookfield Asset Management and Simon Property Group, as well as a new plan to restructure its stores and reduce debt.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
People.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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His TikTok extensions belong in the same category of executive lawlessness as former President Biden’s actions to wipe out student loan debt and President Obama’s non-enforcement of immigration law.—
The Editors,
National Review,
5 Apr. 2025
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The strategy is straightforward: invest at least $2,000 in a company's stock to gain shareholder rights, then submit resolutions pushing for corporate responsibility.—
Doc Louallen,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2025
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That allowed companies to get out of the pension business, but gave employees more responsibility over their retirement funds.—
David Morgan,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2025
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The organization also estimated in 2020 that 20,000 children ages 6 to 17 in Texas either were currently in or were at very high risk for out-of-home or out-of-school placement because of their mental health needs.—
Kamal Morgan,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Apr. 2025
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Similarly, our Native Hawaiian CDFIs are experts at developing the services and products to meet the needs of the community.—
Oweesta,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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This year’s program reflects the festival’s commitment to amplifying diverse voices and championing artists who challenge, inspire, and innovate.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
8 Apr. 2025
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This partnership not only cements Woods' connection to the Masters but also underscores his commitment to giving back to the community through education and golf.—
Gordon G. Chang,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Apr. 2025
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“Obligation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obligation. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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