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(Entry 1 of 2)
2
feeling or expressing gratitude
- I'd be much obliged if you could do me this favor
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obliged
verbpast tense of oblige
Synonyms & Antonyms of obliged (Entry 2 of 2)
1
to do a service or favor for
- I would appreciate it greatly if you could oblige me by bringing a dessert to the party
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2
to cause (a person) to give in to pressure
- I know you're in a hurry, but you can't oblige me to drive any faster than the speed limit
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