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
The Bulls will want to negotiate this number down — which is more easily accomplished by compromising on a longer contract — but their commitment to the guard has been fairly clear in the build-up to these negotiations.
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Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 30 June 2025
With major investments in certifications and compliances in FBI CJIS, FERPA, COPPA, and HIPAA, the program’s commitment is to securely store your evidence and information and keep your data private, never sharing or selling it.
—William Jones, USA Today, 30 June 2025
Cantwell’s commitment was music to Coleman’s ears, knowing the 6-foot-8 tackle would be protecting him on the offensive line.
—Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 30 June 2025
Leaders set the tone, so showing inclusion and commitment will encourage team members to follow suit.
—Simone E. Morris, Forbes.com, 19 June 2025
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Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 30 June 2025
With major investments in certifications and compliances in FBI CJIS, FERPA, COPPA, and HIPAA, the program’s commitment is to securely store your evidence and information and keep your data private, never sharing or selling it.
—William Jones, USA Today, 30 June 2025
Cantwell’s commitment was music to Coleman’s ears, knowing the 6-foot-8 tackle would be protecting him on the offensive line.
—Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 30 June 2025
Leaders set the tone, so showing inclusion and commitment will encourage team members to follow suit.
—Simone E. Morris, Forbes.com, 19 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for commitment
Noun
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The Eight of Pentacles asks you to embrace discipline and dedication, and trust that your efforts will pay off in the long run.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 July 2025
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The 30-year-old expression showcases Glen Grant's craftsmanship at its finest, demonstrating the distillery's dedication to quality.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
Noun
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What's, what are, what is a citizen's obligation now?—
CBS News,
CBS News,
4 July 2025
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Redstone has borrowed heavily to meet debt obligations, including a $186-million term loan from Larry Ellison last year.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
4 July 2025
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Moreover, a unified brand identity not only enables greater recognition but also helps build trust, gain loyalty, and, as a result, increase conversions.—
Roman Vrublivskyi,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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There’s a smarter, more future-facing loyalty model: one that integrates environmental, social, and governance (ESG) signals directly into how customers are scored, segmented, and rewarded.—
Gabriele Buffo,
Fortune,
26 June 2025
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For the generation currently between 13 and 28 years old, better known as Gen-Z, Trump’s policy bill represents a shift in retirement policy that places more responsibility on the individual.—
Alejandra Rojas,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025
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But the water that none of us can live without is everyday kindness and responsibility.—
Pico Iyer,
Time,
5 July 2025
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The two men allegedly pledged allegiance to ISIS and had become radicalized over the internet.—
Tomás Mier,
Rolling Stone,
27 June 2025
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There’s also a triangle with Stella being in the center — Stanley and Blanche pulling at the allegiance of Stella.—
David L. Coddon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 June 2025
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Trump has set a July 9 deadline for imposing reciprocal tariffs, but trade talks have run into obstacles including discussions over duties on farm goods, steel and car parts.—
Jennifer Cunningham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 July 2025
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In early 2025, the U.S. imposed new tariffs on Canadian lumber, pushing duties as high as 35%.—
Felicia Jackson,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Finally playing alongside her in Chicago, what stood out wasn’t just Parker’s talent, but her relentless devotion while juggling motherhood, a broadcasting career and a championship run.—
Anthony De Leon,
Los Angeles Times,
29 June 2025
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Paul Libin’s devotion to both the artistry and the humanity of the theater made an indelible mark on Broadway and stages beyond.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
29 June 2025
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Breslow addressed three areas of need in starting pitching, bullpen help and another bat for the lineup.—
Jen McCaffrey,
New York Times,
28 June 2025
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Amazon, Google, Microsoft and Meta alone are expected to invest more than $320 billion combined in AI development this year, and the need for team experts is on the rise.—
Sophie Alcorn,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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“Commitment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commitment. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.
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