the state of being forced to do something because it is your duty, or because of a law, etc.

something which you must do because you have promised, because of a law, etc.

legal/professional/financial obligations

They reminded him of his contractual obligations.

The country has promised to comply with its international obligations.

We have a moral obligation to protect the environment.

I have an obligation under law to protect their confidentiality.

I felt that there was a moral obligation on me to tell the story.

We want to fulfil our obligation to farmers and see they get a fair price.

The company did not have enough money to meet its obligations.

We have an obligation to our consumers.

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