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How to pronounce “obligation

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Pronunciation guide for obligation

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of obligation with real speech in context.
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8 YouTube examples
Real speech example
Blue Bloodsyou ever feel an obligation to reference
Definition summary
The act of binding oneself by a social, legal, or moral tie to someone.

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How to pronounce obligation

Blue Bloods

you ever feel an obligation to reference

Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “obligation

Meaning

  • [Noun]
  • The act of binding oneself by a social, legal, or moral tie to someone.
  • A social, legal, or moral requirement, duty, contract, or promise that compels someone to follow or avoid a particular course of action.
  • A course of action imposed by society, law, or conscience by which someone is bound or restricted.
  • (law) A legal agreement stipulating a specified action or forbearance by a party to the agreement; the document containing such agreement.
  • (countable) Reason for being obliged to, that is, grateful for, something.

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