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obligatory

[uh-blig-uh-tawr-ee, -tohr-ee, ob-li-guh-] / əˈblɪg əˌtɔr i, -ˌtoʊr i, ˈɒb lɪ gə- /


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In my experience, once you get past the now obligatory bot, getting in touch with an agent was quite fast — under five minutes.

From Salon • Mar. 13, 2026

She’s been with the company since and holds onto memories of touring and the obligatory “company meetings” that Berkett turned into surprise birthday celebrations for the dancers.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026

Helmets are obligatory for those being carried - fancy dress is expected.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

Last month, the Ministry for the Propagation of Virtue and Prevention of Vice said it was now "obligatory" to grow beards longer than a fist, doubling down on an earlier order.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

The only surprise had come weeks earlier when I made a quick obligatory phone call to introduce myself.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama




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