be beholden
Example Sentences
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But it was unclear whether Activision would ever see a reward from the case — EngineOwning, the company it sued, is based in Germany and may not be beholden to U.S. courts.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 25, 2025
How much should the meaning evolve, and how much should it be beholden to the past and tradition?
From Slate • May 8, 2024
It was set up as a nonprofit by founders who hoped that it wouldn’t be beholden to commercial interests.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 21, 2023
Securing ownership is only the first challenge, Mr Darmody said, as the successful bidder will ultimately be beholden to the fans.
From BBC • May 14, 2023
He should know she was not going to be beholden to the neighbors for anything so trivial as her own comfort.
From "Lyddie" by Katherine Paterson
