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obligation

[ob-li-gey-shuhn] / ˌɒb lɪˈgeɪ ʃən /


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“Broadcast licensees have a unique obligation to operate in the public interest. The FCC will follow the facts and law wherever they may lead.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

There are assisted-living facilities and subsidized homecare to obviate that obligation.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

You are under no obligation to share details of your bank account with anyone, including your children.

From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026

Celtic had an obligation to buy him that summer, as if they would do anything else.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

It was the feast of the Epiphany, a holy day of obligation, so Papa did not go to work.

From "Purple Hibiscus" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie




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