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
As well, Stanford Live has had a long and deep commitment to arts education across the Bay area, particularly within the Palo Alto, Ravenswood and Redwood City school districts.
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Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 29 May 2026
December 22 – January 19 Capricorn, collaboration strengthens your commitments today.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 29 May 2026
The Dawgs are battling Rutgers, Kansas, Virginia Tech and Wake Forest for his commitment at this time.
—Jeff Sentell, AJC.com, 29 May 2026
Stepping away from our usual routines in a different setting, far from our commitments and deadlines, can give us a sense of calm, detachment, and tranquility.
—Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 29 May 2026
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Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 29 May 2026
December 22 – January 19 Capricorn, collaboration strengthens your commitments today.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 29 May 2026
The Dawgs are battling Rutgers, Kansas, Virginia Tech and Wake Forest for his commitment at this time.
—Jeff Sentell, AJC.com, 29 May 2026
Stepping away from our usual routines in a different setting, far from our commitments and deadlines, can give us a sense of calm, detachment, and tranquility.
—Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 29 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for commitment
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But that continued dedication to masking of any kind is not merely the result of unintelligence, or misplaced hypochondria, or even being affiliated with a specific political party.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
1 June 2026
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He is remembered for his generosity to families in need, and his dedication to giving back to his community.—
Shardaa Gray,
CBS News,
1 June 2026
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This year, Davis began the process of shifting some sidewalk repair obligations onto adjacent property owners to address a repaving backlog and citywide budget deficit.—
Daniel Lempres,
Sacbee.com,
29 May 2026
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Gomez also criticized the public notice that warned broadcasters about their public interest obligations.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
29 May 2026
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The introduction of Diamond Reserve reaffirms Hilton Honors’ commitment to recognizing loyalty at every level, elevating the experience for its most frequent guests through a more refined and intentional approach.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
4 June 2026
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Plus, Fan Club loyalty members enjoy a free donut of their choice.—
Laura Daily,
Denver Post,
3 June 2026
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People see you as sensible and ready to assume the responsibilities of the position.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
2 June 2026
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And every morning, thousands of CPS educators walk into those same buildings carrying an enormous responsibility that too often goes unrecognized.—
Susana A. Mendoza,
Chicago Tribune,
2 June 2026
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Hudson Williams, the Canadian sweetheart behind the smash hit Heated Rivalry, has pledged his allegiance to the English department.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
29 May 2026
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Aliji previously pleaded guilty on April 28, admitting to the charges after prosecutors accused him of pledging allegiance to the Islamic State and planning an assault targeting fans gathered outside Ernst Happel Stadium during Swift’s August 2024 concerts.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
28 May 2026
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The government has also raised duties to curb demand for gold, a move aimed at conserving foreign exchange reserves.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
5 June 2026
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In a 3-2 loss, Ohtani, who didn’t start after two-way duties the day before, remained in the dugout.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
5 June 2026
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Camila Mendes proved her devotion to the minimalist mule heel when out and about in New York City on Wednesday, showcasing a metallic pair from Staud with a breezy Guizio look.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
3 June 2026
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The origins of his devotion to the field actually stem from his past life, much of which was unfortunately spent watching patients including his mother and father slowly slip away to their own respective diseases, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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While DeGette has focused her comments on the need for humanitarian aid, Kiros has more directly criticized Israel and questioned its legitimacy as a state.—
Elliott Wenzler,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
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Regular blood rechecks will be necessary and will determine the need for medications, possibly for the rest of her life.—
Dr. John De Jong,
Boston Herald,
31 May 2026
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“Commitment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commitment. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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