as in obligations
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 commitments
Disney, for example, saw surges in ad commitments tied to NFL games, NBA matches and various women’s sports.
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Brian Steinberg, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
The effort also includes designations of Clean California communities, with 30 agreeing to long-term commitments to zero litter and community beautification.
—Amelia Wu, Sacbee.com, 5 Sep. 2025
The current administration has been vocal about its commitments to addressing the addiction crisis.
—Jessica Magidson, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
Clattenburg, whose post-refereeing commitments have ranged from acting as a consultant to Nottingham Forest to starring on the UK television show Gladiators, was asked by Paqueta’s legal team to pass observation on the four games being viewed as suspicious.
—Philip Buckingham, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2025
Our focus remains on our ongoing work and commitments to our students.
—Stephen Sorace, FOXNews.com, 4 Sep. 2025
With seven players sidelined, the team's total climbed to 121 games missed due to in-season injuries or overseas commitments.
—Grant Afseth, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
Secure commitments to efforts like expanding local training programs or increasing job placement services, and encourage them to appoint a workforce liaison who can be the point person for employer engagement and workforce partnerships.
—Cj Eason, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Vladimir Putin continues to run the clock on Ukraine, with no respect for human life, international law, or Russia’s prior commitments to support Ukraine’s sovereignty.
—Kay Bailey Hutchison, Time, 1 Sep. 2025
Brian Steinberg, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
The effort also includes designations of Clean California communities, with 30 agreeing to long-term commitments to zero litter and community beautification.
—Amelia Wu, Sacbee.com, 5 Sep. 2025
The current administration has been vocal about its commitments to addressing the addiction crisis.
—Jessica Magidson, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
Clattenburg, whose post-refereeing commitments have ranged from acting as a consultant to Nottingham Forest to starring on the UK television show Gladiators, was asked by Paqueta’s legal team to pass observation on the four games being viewed as suspicious.
—Philip Buckingham, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2025
Our focus remains on our ongoing work and commitments to our students.
—Stephen Sorace, FOXNews.com, 4 Sep. 2025
With seven players sidelined, the team's total climbed to 121 games missed due to in-season injuries or overseas commitments.
—Grant Afseth, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
Secure commitments to efforts like expanding local training programs or increasing job placement services, and encourage them to appoint a workforce liaison who can be the point person for employer engagement and workforce partnerships.
—Cj Eason, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Vladimir Putin continues to run the clock on Ukraine, with no respect for human life, international law, or Russia’s prior commitments to support Ukraine’s sovereignty.
—Kay Bailey Hutchison, Time, 1 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commitments
Noun
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For applicants, this begins with ensuring current compliance by filing all required returns, paying any outstanding liabilities, and meeting foreign asset and accounts information reporting obligations.—
Virginia La Torre Jeker,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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But a district court issued injunctions requiring his administration to meet certain financial obligations related to foreign aid.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Fuller will continue to lead the church’s congregation and fulfill his responsibilities as the pulpit minister, church officials said.—
Shambhavi Rimal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 Sep. 2025
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But experts say that freedom comes with responsibilities.—
Deidre McPhillips,
CNN Money,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Kensington Palace confirmed that William will carry out royal duties Monday through Wednesday, directly coinciding with Harry’s planned public appearances.—
Simon Perry,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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With the Extra gig, Hough will now be the second member of his family to take on hosting duties.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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There are no hard and fast rules regarding the frequency of sweeping, as the floor care needs of each home depend on several different factors.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Sep. 2025
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Alfons Freij is a mobile defenceman with enough puck skill to impress, but whose decision-making needs improvement before being considered an NHL player.—
Murat Ates,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Commitments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commitments. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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