1
as in responsibilities
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 debts
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 obligations
Whether your spring or upcoming summer schedule is packed with events and obligations, this dress makes picking an outfit effortless.
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Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2026
The amendments also provide for members to have equal rights and obligations unless the governing documents state otherwise.
—Evonne Andris, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2026
Hence, to form a society, the individuals must enter into a contract that defines their moral and political obligations.
—George G. Szpiro, Big Think, 9 Apr. 2026
Jaquez fielded questions from Mexican news outlets throughout the Final Four, and both Leger-Walker and Dugalić both said their agendas have been flooded with media obligations from news outlets based in New Zealand and Serbia, respectively.
—Haley Sawyer, Oc Register, 9 Apr. 2026
What once felt like occasional obligations became structural pillars of our daily lives.
—Dr. Joseph D'orazio, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2026
That adjustment alone cost Ford about $900 million in additional tariff obligations.
—Byron Hurd, The Drive, 9 Apr. 2026
Lucas said at a press conference Thursday that the city’s bond obligations will be paid for by people who attend games at the stadium and shoppers who make purchases in an entertainment district around the stadium.
—Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 9 Apr. 2026
Each keeps a running tally of your federal and state obligations and displays them prominently.
—Kathy Yakal, PC Magazine, 8 Apr. 2026
Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2026
The amendments also provide for members to have equal rights and obligations unless the governing documents state otherwise.
—Evonne Andris, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2026
Hence, to form a society, the individuals must enter into a contract that defines their moral and political obligations.
—George G. Szpiro, Big Think, 9 Apr. 2026
Jaquez fielded questions from Mexican news outlets throughout the Final Four, and both Leger-Walker and Dugalić both said their agendas have been flooded with media obligations from news outlets based in New Zealand and Serbia, respectively.
—Haley Sawyer, Oc Register, 9 Apr. 2026
What once felt like occasional obligations became structural pillars of our daily lives.
—Dr. Joseph D'orazio, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2026
That adjustment alone cost Ford about $900 million in additional tariff obligations.
—Byron Hurd, The Drive, 9 Apr. 2026
Lucas said at a press conference Thursday that the city’s bond obligations will be paid for by people who attend games at the stadium and shoppers who make purchases in an entertainment district around the stadium.
—Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 9 Apr. 2026
Each keeps a running tally of your federal and state obligations and displays them prominently.
—Kathy Yakal, PC Magazine, 8 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for obligations
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Princess Anne is often described as the Queen’s most like-minded child, known for her no-nonsense attitude, dry humor and unwavering commitment to her responsibilities.—
Kate Hogan,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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With Mercury and Saturn in your 4th house, this is a good time to divide responsibilities, set a schedule, or make a plan that supports stability.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
20 Apr. 2026
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The report also claimed that Ronaldinho had amassed debts amounting to more than $2 million.—
Nasha Smith,
PEOPLE,
18 Apr. 2026
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But several had histories of unpaid debts that resulted in legal action, two had filed for bankruptcy and three others had faced lawsuits that alleged misconduct in prior law enforcement jobs, the AP found.—
Ryan J. Foley,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2026
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The section Democrats are now invoking, which allows for the permanent removal of a president deemed unable to discharge his duties, has never been used.—
Daniel C. Vock,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Apr. 2026
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The ship had spent more than a month at Souda Bay, Greece, before rejoining operational duties.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Apr. 2026
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The announcement comes more than two weeks after Allbirds sold its intellectual property and certain other assets and liabilities to American Exchange Group, a leader in accessories design, licensing and manufacturing, for $39 million.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
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More generous pensions today means larger liabilities tomorrow — and potentially higher taxes to pay for them.—
Daniel DiSalvo,
New York Daily News,
14 Apr. 2026
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Seasonal transitions impact plant care needs, making proper adjustments key to keeping them healthy.—
Alexandra Jones,
The Spruce,
11 Apr. 2026
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The Republican supermajority is reluctant to stop an unlimited cash flow to an ever-expanding school voucher program that bleeds billions from public schools, despite ample proof of sloppy bookkeeping and zero proof that voucher students’ needs are adequately met.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
11 Apr. 2026
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Valkyries still waiting on potential starters Notably not at Sunday’s practice were Williams, Jocytė, Kaila Charles, Iliana Rupert and Cecilia Zandalasini, who are still fulfilling international commitments.—
Nathan Canilao,
Mercury News,
19 Apr. 2026
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But long-term commitments to nuclear power made now will likely lock it in to countries' future energy mixes, said Joshua Kurlantzick of the Council on Foreign Relations.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Obligations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obligations. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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