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Obligation
01
an action that one must perform because they are legally or morally forced to do so
Examples
Paying taxes is a civic obligation that supports public services and infrastructure.
Examples
She has an obligation to pay her taxes on time.
03
a legal agreement specifying a required payment or action and the consequences for failing to comply
Examples
The company issued an obligation to deliver goods by a set date.
04
a personal duty or responsibility arising from a favor, service, or social expectation
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obligational
obligation
obligate
oblige
