be obligated
Example Sentences
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They would be obligated to assess the entire sequence of events leading to the use of force, including whether the officer’s own decisions escalated the encounter or foreclosed safer alternatives.
From Slate • Apr. 15, 2025
In any bid scenario — for part of the property or all of it, with a stadium or without one — the city would not be obligated to accept a bid.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2025
"No new funds shall be obligated for new awards or extensions of existing awards until each proposed new award or extension has been reviewed and approved," says the memo to staff.
From BBC • Jan. 24, 2025
Even if Giuliani were to declare bankruptcy, he would still be obligated to fulfill the debt.
From Salon • Dec. 18, 2023
In other words, Haupt would be obligated to the German government.
From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple