be obliged

Frequency: 8.535.2 per million words

Can mean either being forced to do something or feeling grateful.

obligedVERB + obliged

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Examples (10)

  • Parents are obliged by law to send their children to school.
  • I felt morally obliged to do the best I could for her.
  • I'm much obliged to you for helping us.
  • She was obliged to resign after the scandal.
  • We would be obliged if you could provide more details.
  • He is obliged to complete the task by Friday.
  • The company is legally obliged to protect customer data.
  • I am obliged for your kind consideration.
  • They were obliged to cancel the event due to bad weather.
  • We are always obliged for your continued support.