1
as in responsibilities
something one must do because of prior agreement
their financial obligations keep them from giving to charities as much as they would like
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2
as in debts
something (as money) which is owed
I have to pay off my current obligations before I can buy a new car
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Recent Examples of obligations
From there, aspiring digital nomads should research countries offering remote-work visas, understand tax obligations, develop a realistic travel budget and assemble a technology setup that supports uninterrupted productivity.
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Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
Critics, particularly in the technology sector, argue the measure could force entrepreneurs and investors to sell assets to meet tax obligations, potentially disrupting businesses and discouraging investment.
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Barnini Chakraborty,
The Washington Examiner,
19 June 2026
Among the grounds listed are fraud, embezzlement, theft, misappropriation of district resources, breach of fiduciary duty, neglect of duties, criminal convictions, violations of law, policy violations, dishonesty, insubordination and failure to perform contractual obligations.
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Nora O'Neill,
Charlotte Observer,
18 June 2026
Some states and local jurisdictions have employers submit EEO-1 reports to comply with their local reporting obligations.
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Jessica Guynn,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
However, there are situations in which a surviving spouse may be legally responsible for some or all of those obligations.
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Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
Florida incurred more than $16 million in buyout obligations after firing football coach Billy Napier and his staff.
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Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
18 June 2026
Whitcomb said attitudes toward growth have shifted but not enough for Davis to meet its state housing obligations.
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Daniel Lempres,
Sacbee.com,
17 June 2026
If Iran failed to uphold its obligations, the official said, Israel would be expected to respond.
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Nik Popli,
Time,
12 June 2026
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
Critics, particularly in the technology sector, argue the measure could force entrepreneurs and investors to sell assets to meet tax obligations, potentially disrupting businesses and discouraging investment.
—
Barnini Chakraborty,
The Washington Examiner,
19 June 2026
Among the grounds listed are fraud, embezzlement, theft, misappropriation of district resources, breach of fiduciary duty, neglect of duties, criminal convictions, violations of law, policy violations, dishonesty, insubordination and failure to perform contractual obligations.
—
Nora O'Neill,
Charlotte Observer,
18 June 2026
Some states and local jurisdictions have employers submit EEO-1 reports to comply with their local reporting obligations.
—
Jessica Guynn,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
However, there are situations in which a surviving spouse may be legally responsible for some or all of those obligations.
—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
Florida incurred more than $16 million in buyout obligations after firing football coach Billy Napier and his staff.
—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
18 June 2026
Whitcomb said attitudes toward growth have shifted but not enough for Davis to meet its state housing obligations.
—
Daniel Lempres,
Sacbee.com,
17 June 2026
If Iran failed to uphold its obligations, the official said, Israel would be expected to respond.
—
Nik Popli,
Time,
12 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for obligations
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Certification meets robotics Industry groups view certification as becoming increasingly important as autonomous machines take on more responsibilities in industrial settings.
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While his professional responsibilities continue to grow, Ronan remains focused on the human side of recovery.
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After all, Cancer season puts shared resources, debts, intimate affairs and emotional entanglements under the spotlight.
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Elliott said that municipalities could issue bonds to cover the cost of the purchase and then pay those debts back over time at lower interest rates through the revenues collected from customers.
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Nonetheless, he is made king and often found eschewing his royal duties in favor of visiting brothels or hanging out with those who work for him.
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During the draft combine, Peterson voiced an eagerness to return to on-ball duties in the NBA.
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The Voluntary Petition for Non-Individuals Filing for Bankruptcy estimates the camp has between 1,000 and 5,000 creditors, assets between $1 million and $10 million and liabilities between $10 million and $50 million.
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Some argue that nonrefundable credits can only provide limited benefits to households with small income tax liabilities, because the credit can only offset the taxes that are owed.
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District officials said staffing and budget decisions are made at the school and department level by building and department leaders based on the needs of individual schools and departments.
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Some put it toward their general budgets, while others target specific needs.
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With the almighty Sun highlighting your 7th House of Partnership, commitments benefit from structure that includes realistic timelines and steadfast follow-through.
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Harris noted that processing of rare earths can be extremely dirty, involving heavy chemical use that can contaminate water resources without close monitoring of companies' sustainability commitments and enforcement by federal regulators.
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“Obligations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obligations. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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