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oblige

[əˈblaɪdʒ]

oblige Definition

  • 1to require or constrain someone to do something as a legal or moral duty
  • 2to do something as a favor or courtesy

Using oblige: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "oblige" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The law obliges companies to provide a safe working environment.

  • Example

    I am obliged to report this incident to the authorities.

  • Example

    Could you oblige me by holding the door open?

  • Example

    He obliged his friend by lending him some money.

oblige Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for oblige

Antonyms for oblige

Idioms Using oblige

  • to feel grateful or indebted to someone

    Example

    I feel obliged to thank you for your help.

  • to make a promise or commitment to do something

    Example

    I have obliged myself to finish this project by the end of the week.

  • oblige someone's request

    to fulfill or satisfy someone's request or demand

    Example

    The hotel staff obliged our request for a late check-out.

Phrases with oblige

  • a polite way of saying thank you

    Example

    Much obliged for your help.

  • to be required or forced to do something

    Example

    I am obliged to attend the meeting.

  • to do something for someone as a favor or courtesy

    Example

    Could you oblige me with a glass of water?

Origins of oblige

from Old French 'obliger', meaning 'to bind'

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Summary: oblige in Brief

'Oblige' [əˈblaɪdʒ] means to require or constrain someone to do something as a legal or moral duty, or to do something as a favor or courtesy. It can be used in formal contexts such as 'The law obliges companies to provide a safe working environment,' or in informal situations like 'Could you oblige me by holding the door open?' The phrase 'much obliged' is a polite way of saying thank you.

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