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
This sustained collaboration requires a commitment to mutual success.
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Jon Kirchner, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
The movie opens on the construction site where the lad has difficulty keeping up with what appear to be rather modest responsibilities, revealing a lack of commitment on his part.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 14 May 2025
Listen to this article The Miami Hurricanes pulled off a major recruiting win on Tuesday, landing a commitment from the top player in the nation.
—Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 13 May 2025
The ability to influence others and follow through on commitments becomes more essential in the modern world.
—William Jones, USA Today, 3 May 2025
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Jon Kirchner, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
The movie opens on the construction site where the lad has difficulty keeping up with what appear to be rather modest responsibilities, revealing a lack of commitment on his part.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 14 May 2025
Listen to this article The Miami Hurricanes pulled off a major recruiting win on Tuesday, landing a commitment from the top player in the nation.
—Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 13 May 2025
The ability to influence others and follow through on commitments becomes more essential in the modern world.
—William Jones, USA Today, 3 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for commitment
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commitment
Noun
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The dedication of a park, statue, plaque or anything else for Rose will draw a crowd in Cincinnati.—
C. Trent Rosecrans,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
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His leadership and involvement in various organizations reflect his dedication to empowering global thinkers and contributing to the international business landscape.—
Muraly Srinarayanathas,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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Of course, commercial companies like ULA have no obligation to broadcast their launches at all, and there's no requirement for Amazon to show pictures of its satellites.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
3 May 2025
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Kraft’s hiring in 2000 was highly contentious, since Belichick owed contractual obligations to the New York Jets.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
2 May 2025
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Members of the Dunkin' Rewards loyalty program can get a 10-count Munchkins order for $2 through May 15.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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Unlike President Donald Trump who seems to have the hardest time developing the finessed ways of a seasoned politician, Pritzker became a fast learner of how to overtly and covertly use his riches to buy loyalty or crush those who stand in his way.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2025
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Building a culture where safety is everyone’s responsibility—and where it’s embedded in your onboarding, daily operations, and leadership decisions—creates the kind of trust that can’t be faked.—
Rhett Power,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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Now the decision of whether or not to contact Anne was merely a type of responsibility, an intrusion.—
Lillian Fishman,
New Yorker,
4 May 2025
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Many have poked fun at the viral moment, jokingly expressing their allegiance with the disgruntled canine.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 May 2025
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While many of the discussion topics will be similar to those of other leagues’ CBA talks, the dynamics are different because of where fans’ allegiances lie within the sport.—
Lev Akabas,
Sportico.com,
15 May 2025
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Alec Baldwin, Steve Martin and John Goodman are among celebrities who have taken their hosting duties well into the double digits.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
People.com,
17 May 2025
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Throughout season 8, Gamble had struggled to reconcile her duties as an officer with her family's deep criminal history — her father's legacy as the murderer of an L.A. sheriff didn't do her any favors on the force.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
17 May 2025
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Medieval England was incredibly tied to religious devotion.—
Charles Towers-Clark,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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The actor enhances his character’s long inner monologues with his eloquent ice-blue eyes, which can convey emotions ranging from disdain and discomfiture to despair and devotion.—
Kristen Baldwin,
EW.com,
12 May 2025
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Modular Furniture Modular furniture consists of individual sections, or modules, that can be arranged and rearranged in various configurations based on your needs and individual setup.—
Cori Sears,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 May 2025
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That’s not the only way Leo XIV echoed the voice of his predecessor, Like the late Pope Francis, Leo has also been a strong supporter of the need to confront the threats of climate change.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 May 2025
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“Commitment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commitment. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
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