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
At both Barca and Villarreal, sources close to the players said that the extra travel and other commitments involved (without any benefits for those actually playing the game) was a factor behind their opposition.
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Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 25 Oct. 2025
With 70 percent of its workforce being women and operations spread across multiple geographies, the new commitments prioritize addressing women’s disproportionate care responsibilities by providing support for childcare and eldercare, while emphasizing climate adaptation in vulnerable communities.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 24 Oct. 2025
Trump hosted Jinping at his Florida estate, Mar-a-Lago, in April 2017 but came away without any commitments on economic issues or dealing with North Korea.
—Bart Jansen, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
The announcement includes names previously reported to be joining the promotion after wrapping up commitments elsewhere.
—Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025
The key is to keep communication clear and avoid rushing commitments.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 22 Oct. 2025
The brand began as a small footwear shop in the suburbs and has grown into a global brand that has made commitments to remain socially and environmentally responsible through the creation of its products.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2025
Now is the time to make bold commitments to protect our planet and care for people.
—Tarciana Medeiros, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2025
Over the past week, coach Eli Drinkwitz’s Missouri Tigers football program has landed commitments from a slew of recruits who were previously committed to other schools.
—Quentin Corpuel, Kansas City Star, 17 Oct. 2025
Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 25 Oct. 2025
With 70 percent of its workforce being women and operations spread across multiple geographies, the new commitments prioritize addressing women’s disproportionate care responsibilities by providing support for childcare and eldercare, while emphasizing climate adaptation in vulnerable communities.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 24 Oct. 2025
Trump hosted Jinping at his Florida estate, Mar-a-Lago, in April 2017 but came away without any commitments on economic issues or dealing with North Korea.
—Bart Jansen, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
The announcement includes names previously reported to be joining the promotion after wrapping up commitments elsewhere.
—Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025
The key is to keep communication clear and avoid rushing commitments.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 22 Oct. 2025
The brand began as a small footwear shop in the suburbs and has grown into a global brand that has made commitments to remain socially and environmentally responsible through the creation of its products.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2025
Now is the time to make bold commitments to protect our planet and care for people.
—Tarciana Medeiros, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2025
Over the past week, coach Eli Drinkwitz’s Missouri Tigers football program has landed commitments from a slew of recruits who were previously committed to other schools.
—Quentin Corpuel, Kansas City Star, 17 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commitments
Noun
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The television component will follow after Sheridan’s contractual obligations to Paramount are fulfilled in 2028.—
William Earl,
Variety,
27 Oct. 2025
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Glasser signed a first-look film and TV deal with the studio that will begin early next year, after his company fulfills its current obligations to Paramount.—
Mekishana Pierre,
Entertainment Weekly,
27 Oct. 2025
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In applications and interviews, parents should talk about juggling kids' activities alongside volunteering at schools and other responsibilities.—
Madeline Mitchell,
USA Today,
22 Oct. 2025
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And naturally, there's bound to be skepticism about a college coach's ability to transition to the very different responsibilities of managing a 162-game season and a roster of 26 professionals.—
Jackson Roberts,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Oct. 2025
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While some were later moderated—Vietnam to 20 percent, and Thailand, Malaysia, and Cambodia to 19 percent, with Singapore at 10 percent—Laos and Myanmar continue to face 40 percent duties.—
Mayu Saini,
Sourcing Journal,
27 Oct. 2025
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That would take the total rate to 55 percent, including stack-ons from existing duties.—
Vicki M. Young,
Footwear News,
27 Oct. 2025
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Instead of losing the sale, the agent could interact with other retailers’ agents to source the item, complete the transaction, and fulfill the order — creating a frictionless and endless shopping experience that puts the shopper’s needs first.—
Matt Renner,
Fortune,
27 Oct. 2025
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Millan says that meeting your dog's needs for physical exertion is a key part of ensuring good behavior.—
Madeline Gunderson,
USA Today,
27 Oct. 2025
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“Commitments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commitments. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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