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oblige

verb

Pronunciation

əˈblaɪdʒ

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Definitions

verb

  1. bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted

verb

  1. provide a service or favor for someone

verb

  1. force somebody to do something

Example sentences

He's held by a contract
I'll hold you by your promise
We had to oblige him
We compel all students to fill out this form

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