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The local postmaster, a Jacksonian Democrat named Alfred Huger, was unnerved by what he considered inflammatory content and sequestered the abolitionist material, rather than comply with his legal obligation to deliver the mail.

From Slate ● Sep. 4, 2026

"I'd rather buy my own gift for someone I care about. I hate having to be forced to contribute to a joint collection out of some rubbish sense of obligation," she says.

From BBC ● Sep. 2, 2026

She added that local officials have used general obligation bonds for a new airport terminal, roads and other infrastructure.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 2, 2026

"So it was not choosing a side, it was still fulfilling the obligation of protecting and responding to the government's requirements."

From Barron's ● Sep. 1, 2026

We went to morning Mass, and although we did not usually visit Father Benedict on holy days of obligation, we went to his house afterward.

From "Purple Hibiscus" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

On Aug. 30, he said that “hopefully” some of the Falcon Heavy’s contractual obligations can be transferred to Starship.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 8, 2026

Some vulnerable Republicans have cited campaign commitments, debates or family obligations, while others have complained privately about being asked to contribute at least $25,000 to attend.

From Barron's ● Sep. 7, 2026

Coincidentally, in 1972 the FCC license renewals of two profitable Florida TV stations were challenged by rival groups charging failed “public interest” obligations.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 4, 2026

To maintain nonprofit status, which allows donations to be tax-deductible, organizations must follow IRS rules on lobbying, political campaign activity and annual reporting requirements, as well as other obligations.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 3, 2026

In a civil and humane society, each man is able to fulfill those obligations according to his own inclinations and abilities.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela