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obligation

US /ˌɑːblɪˈɡeɪʃn/

noun Target · B2 Kinh doanh chung

Definition

the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force; ; - John D.Rockefeller Jr

Tested in TOEIC business and workplace contexts.

Examples

Both parties have a clear contractual obligation to maintain strict confidentiality of project data.

Word Family

NounNoun
obligation gốc
AdjectiveAdj
AdverbAdv
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Synonyms

  • responsibilitythe social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force; ; - John D.Rockefeller Jr
  • commitmentan engagement or obligation that restricts freedom of action

Collocations

  • Easy fulfill obligations
    to satisfy or carry out completely regarding obligations
  • Medium contractual obligation to maintain confidentiality
    describing contractual obligation to maintain confidentiality (relating to or part of a binding legal agreement)
  • Hard satisfy statutory tax and pension obligations fully
    to satisfy statutory tax and pension obligations fully, meaning to meet the requirements or expectations of
  • Very Hard discharge fiduciary obligations with unimpeachable integrity
    to discharge fiduciary obligations with unimpeachable integrity, meaning to complete or carry out

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