obligation
noun
something by which a person is bound or obliged to do certain things, and which arises out of a sense of duty or results from custom, law, etc.
obligations
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pluralof obligation.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Opening a local bank account can also inadvertently create additional reporting obligations.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 16, 2026
This meant that it "effectively outsourced to third parties a substantial portion of its proactive detection and reporting obligations," the department said.
From BBC ● Oct. 14, 2026
Rising fiscal deficits could make it harder for governments to meet their financial obligations and handle risks of the future.
From Barron's ● Oct. 13, 2026
The survey also found that families were more likely to be behind on their financial obligations than at any point since 2010.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 9, 2026
If for any reason Joe was unable to fulfill his obligations, Dumbo would take over.
From "Small Steps" by Louis Sachar
