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
While Disney and other media companies held shows in mid-May to dazzle advertisers, the negotiations to lock in commitments are currently underway.
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Lillian Rizzo, CNBC, 31 May 2026
To fund their chip spending, AI companies have signed circular deals with each other — cross-investments and capacity commitments between companies like Microsoft, OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic — creating a bubble with potentially catastrophic economic consequences.
—Rakesh Kumar, Fortune, 30 May 2026
That conviction informed both his artistic practice and his political commitments.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 30 May 2026
West Sacramento launched a formal bid for a Major League Baseball expansion team, backed by $1 billion in public investment and $500 million in commitments from two local tribes.
—Sacbee.com, 30 May 2026
December 22 – January 19 Capricorn, collaboration strengthens your commitments today.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 29 May 2026
The Bulldogs have just two defensive commitments for the class.
—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
Sanctions relief and unfreezing Iranian assets would follow only if the Strait reopens and Iran follows through on its commitments to negotiate curbs on its nuclear program, the official said.
—Kevin Liptak, CNN Money, 24 May 2026
Lillian Rizzo, CNBC, 31 May 2026
To fund their chip spending, AI companies have signed circular deals with each other — cross-investments and capacity commitments between companies like Microsoft, OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic — creating a bubble with potentially catastrophic economic consequences.
—Rakesh Kumar, Fortune, 30 May 2026
That conviction informed both his artistic practice and his political commitments.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 30 May 2026
West Sacramento launched a formal bid for a Major League Baseball expansion team, backed by $1 billion in public investment and $500 million in commitments from two local tribes.
—Sacbee.com, 30 May 2026
December 22 – January 19 Capricorn, collaboration strengthens your commitments today.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 29 May 2026
The Bulldogs have just two defensive commitments for the class.
—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
Sanctions relief and unfreezing Iranian assets would follow only if the Strait reopens and Iran follows through on its commitments to negotiate curbs on its nuclear program, the official said.
—Kevin Liptak, CNN Money, 24 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commitments
Noun
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Therapists are bound by strict confidentiality obligations that make warning third parties ethically and legally complicated.—
Anat Lior,
Fortune,
30 May 2026
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The only potential argument to sway someone who fervently believes that is appealing to their sense of solidarity—to the obligations that every member of society has to every other, to the sacrifices that everyone must make to ensure that society is safe for all.—
Diana Gitig,
ArsTechnica,
30 May 2026
Noun
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Mercury in Cancer — followed by the sun entering this Water sign — brings focus to your orderly sixth house of health, work routines and day-to-day responsibilities, making this a strong month to improve your schedule and get organized.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
1 June 2026
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During Manhattanhenge, thousands of people gather in the streets, blocking traffic and foregoing other responsibilities to take some time to experience the event together.—
Chelsea Gohd,
Space.com,
1 June 2026
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Various state and federal laws protect voters and their right to cast a ballot and protect elections officials in their duties.—
Paris Barraza,
USA Today,
1 June 2026
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Furthermore, because today’s postgraduate trainees are increasingly eager for meaningful public service, university hospitals that enthusiastically support military reserve duties will possess a unique, highly attractive recruitment tool for top medical talent.—
Robert Krasner,
STAT,
1 June 2026
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The orangutan care specialists spent months preparing Hesty to have the baby, using positive reinforcement to convince her to cooperate with testing and other needs.—
Noelle Phillips,
Denver Post,
30 May 2026
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This darling pair of Dolce Vita sandals has the prettiest beaded embellishment for all of your vacation wear needs.—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
30 May 2026
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“Commitments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commitments. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.
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