obligation

Example Sentences

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“The Department remains committed to press access at the Pentagon while fulfilling its statutory obligation to ensure the safe and secure operation,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

The implication is that the obligation does not apply to attacks outside Europe or North America.

From Slate • Apr. 9, 2026

“LA28 has no obligation to raise money once the event is over.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

"These two operations reflect our nation's most sacred obligation to our military service members," Caine said.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

But they had trials, a catastrophe of their own, and now, as guests in her house, they believed themselves under an obligation.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan