almost obligatory

Frequency: 6.87.4 per million words

So common or expected that it feels like a requirement.

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Examples (10)

  • It's almost obligatory to have a blog nowadays.
  • Attending the annual company picnic has become almost obligatory for new employees.
  • For any aspiring artist, a strong online presence is almost obligatory.
  • In this role, overtime work is almost obligatory, though never explicitly stated.
  • With the rise of remote work, daily video calls feel almost obligatory.
  • A good handshake upon meeting someone new is still almost obligatory in many cultures.
  • Wearing formal attire to the gala was almost obligatory.
  • It's almost obligatory for graduates to have some internship experience.
  • Offering a toast at significant family gatherings is almost obligatory.
  • Learning a second language is becoming almost obligatory in a globalized world.