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as in thankful
feeling or expressing gratitude
I'd be much obliged if you could do me this favor
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as in delighted
to do a service or favor for
I would appreciate it greatly if you could oblige me by bringing a dessert to the party
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as in compelled
to cause (a person) to give in to pressure
I know you're in a hurry, but you can't oblige me to drive any faster than the speed limit
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Recent Examples of obliged
Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 6 Dec. 2024
Those that have endured into the 21st century – China, Russia, the United States – are obliged to hide in plain sight.
—Steven Desmyter, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
As pet owners became more willing to spend money on their animals, companies obliged, opening fancy veterinary hospitals and services like oncology.
—Alana Semuels, TIME, 3 Dec. 2024
Pope Francis happily obliged—but not without cracking a joke first.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 3 Dec. 2024
While some people obliged, others shamed them for distracting from the film.
—Daysia Tolentino, NBC News, 1 Dec. 2024
Hezbollah was obliged to drop its insistence on a ceasefire in Gaza in return for laying down its arms.
—Dina Kraft, The Christian Science Monitor, 27 Nov. 2024
The court does not have a police force of its own to make the arrests, but relies on member states to execute them, which state parties are legally obliged to do.
—Abbas Al Lawati, CNN, 22 Nov. 2024
Under the Rome statute that created the ICC, its signatories are obliged to carry out arrest warrants, no matter the rank of the accused.
—Max Burman, NBC News, 22 Nov. 2024
Verb
The shooter obliged, pulling down his mask long enough for the surveillance camera to capture his face.
—Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 6 Dec. 2024
Those that have endured into the 21st century – China, Russia, the United States – are obliged to hide in plain sight.
—Steven Desmyter, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
As pet owners became more willing to spend money on their animals, companies obliged, opening fancy veterinary hospitals and services like oncology.
—Alana Semuels, TIME, 3 Dec. 2024
Pope Francis happily obliged—but not without cracking a joke first.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 3 Dec. 2024
While some people obliged, others shamed them for distracting from the film.
—Daysia Tolentino, NBC News, 1 Dec. 2024
Hezbollah was obliged to drop its insistence on a ceasefire in Gaza in return for laying down its arms.
—Dina Kraft, The Christian Science Monitor, 27 Nov. 2024
The court does not have a police force of its own to make the arrests, but relies on member states to execute them, which state parties are legally obliged to do.
—Abbas Al Lawati, CNN, 22 Nov. 2024
Under the Rome statute that created the ICC, its signatories are obliged to carry out arrest warrants, no matter the rank of the accused.
—Max Burman, NBC News, 22 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for obliged
Adjective
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Mariah Carey has a million reasons to be thankful this holiday season.Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 10 Dec. 2024
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Rolan is especially thankful for the work the organization did to bring her family together.Abigail Adams, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Verb
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With the clock ticking on the current Congress, there are new doubts over the prospects for a bill that would shield journalists from being compelled by the federal government to reveal their sources and materials.Ted Johnson, Deadline, 10 Dec. 2024
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However, director Barry Jenkins felt compelled to honor the late actor in some way.Nick Romano, EW.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Given her decades of experience in the kitchen and at the head of the table, the culinary icon knows a thing or two about being the most appreciative and thoughtful guest.Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Dec. 2024
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In the podcast episode, Jase noted that the Robertson family is appreciative of the prayers and support being sent Phil's way.Janelle Ash, Fox News, 11 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Coach Derek Benton has been grateful for his commitment and leadership.Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 13 Dec. 2024
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For the time being, however, Palace will simply be grateful that Henderson is finding a way to keep these shots out.Matt Woosnam, The Athletic, 13 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Public viewing areas along the Seine accommodated 40,000 spectators, who watched the ceremonies unfold on large screens.Thomas Adamson and John Leicester, Los Angeles Times, 7 Dec. 2024
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Dietary preferences and odd sleeping schedules were easily accommodated.Tanveer Badal, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Automakers that don’t measure up to California’s EV market requirements are obligated to buy clean air credits, usually from a competitor that holds a surplus.Russ Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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Furthermore, customer agreement will no longer be required for issuing e-invoices, meaning businesses will be obligated to accept e-invoices if a domestic e-invoicing regime is implemented.Aleksandra Bal, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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So glad The Athletic finally has a team dedicated to creating data visualizations!Dom Luszczyszyn, The Athletic, 17 Dec. 2024
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In story-ballet mode, the corps brings the main characters’ props onstage—such as scarves that represent the blood of the security guard’s many victims—and then exits with glad little jetés.Helen Shaw, The New Yorker, 13 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Chamberlain was a British prime minister who appeased Nazi Germany during its rise.Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 14 Oct. 2024
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In some eerie festivals, the dead who return from the other side are to be feared, avoided or appeased to stop them from doing harm to the living.Matt Ralphs, Smithsonian Magazine, 10 Oct. 2024
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“Obliged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obliged. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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