commit oneself
Example Sentences
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But it’s a mealy-mouthed form of words, disclosing an innate reluctance to commit oneself to a point of principle, or to admit that principle has been neglected.
From The Guardian ● Dec. 6, 2017
“One needs to be able to recognize and commit oneself to tasks with inflated importance and unreal deadlines while making oneself feel that these tasks are important and urgent.”
From New York Times ● Jan. 14, 2013
“It is always a pity to commit oneself to a rash statement,” he said.
From Fordham's Feud by Bertram Mitford
In the course of this speech the affable gentleman had been reminded by the senior partner that one must be careful not to commit oneself rashly.
From The Prodigal Father by J. Storer (Joseph Storer) Clouston
The thread is thin and inconspicuous, and yet apparently strong and coherent; one does not commit oneself to much, and yet has opportunity to introduce all kinds of interesting matter.
From Prolegomena by Julius Wellhausen
