obligated

Example Sentences

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In separate statements, Garcia and Khanna said that Bondi remains legally obligated to appear before the House Oversight Committee and testify under oath about what they called a “botched” handling of the Epstein investigation.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

They’re not obligated to fund their children’s lifestyle.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026

Air Canada, a former state-owned airline that was privatized over three decades ago, is obligated under Canadian law to have its headquarters in Montreal and offer all services in both English and French.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

Although Rigetti was awarded a $5.8 million Air Force contract last year, the government is only obligated to pay $1.3 million through 2028.

From Barron's • Mar. 4, 2026

“You’re not just saying that? You’re not obligated to like it, though you would be wrong not to.”

From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera