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obligated

[ob-li-gey-tid] / ˈɒb lɪˌgeɪ tɪd /


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If it’s not obligated by the end of September, that money will expire and can no longer be spent.

From Salon • Jun. 23, 2026

Do you know if your financial adviser is a fiduciary — legally obligated to act in your best interest?

From MarketWatch • Jun. 16, 2026

Local councils can choose to opt in or out and private businesses are not legally obligated to close or grant the extra holiday.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

We are obligated to our children to believe their future can be bright.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

He looked so miserable that Jonah felt obligated to cheer him up.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix




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