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Definition under an obligation in British English

under an obligation phrase

phrase
1

forced to do something for legal or moral reasons

Example

The court held that the bank was under an obligation to return the deposit.

Example

Our client is under no obligation to accept your offer.

Example

Local authorities should be placed under an obligation to complete the work.

Synonyms and related words
responsible answerable duty-bound
2

feeling grateful towards someone who has done something for you

Example

I just don't want to be under an obligation to him.

Synonyms and related words
grateful gratitude thankful
Definition under an obligation in British English