sense of obligation
noun phrase
: a feeling that something is the right thing to do
We visited them out of a sense of obligation.
Examples of sense of obligation in a Sentence
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Their united presence presumably stemmed from their continuing sense of obligation for the rituals that unite and define the nation, like state funerals and presidential inaugurations.
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Susan Page, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025
Free guides, valuable tips, or unexpected bonuses create a sense of obligation in your potential customers.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
Even the smallest sense of obligation to practice my languages every day is a way to break that attention-distraction cycle, to promote longevity over intensity in my interest.
—Imogen West-Knights, The Dial, 21 Nov. 2024
This creates a sense of obligation, which encourages leads to engage with you further.
—William Decourcy, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
Nobody asked me, but Trump’s cabinet choices are a vulgar insult to all the men and women, Republicans and Democrats, who have served various administrations with integrity, honor and a sincere sense of obligation to the country.
—Dan Rodricks, Baltimore Sun, 24 Nov. 2024
Because their relationship is a cornerstone of their brand, influencers often feel a sense of obligation to keep their followers informed about its status, especially if the relationship ends.
—Giana Levy, refinery29.com, 10 Oct. 2024
Additionally, recipients are less likely to offer help when these expectations are explicit, indicating that a sense of obligation can suppress gratitude.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 15 Sep. 2024
But importantly, that sense of obligation doesn’t come from external sources.
—Julie Kliegman, Outside Online, 9 Sep. 2024
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Susan Page, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025
Free guides, valuable tips, or unexpected bonuses create a sense of obligation in your potential customers.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
Even the smallest sense of obligation to practice my languages every day is a way to break that attention-distraction cycle, to promote longevity over intensity in my interest.
—Imogen West-Knights, The Dial, 21 Nov. 2024
This creates a sense of obligation, which encourages leads to engage with you further.
—William Decourcy, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
Nobody asked me, but Trump’s cabinet choices are a vulgar insult to all the men and women, Republicans and Democrats, who have served various administrations with integrity, honor and a sincere sense of obligation to the country.
—Dan Rodricks, Baltimore Sun, 24 Nov. 2024
Because their relationship is a cornerstone of their brand, influencers often feel a sense of obligation to keep their followers informed about its status, especially if the relationship ends.
—Giana Levy, refinery29.com, 10 Oct. 2024
Additionally, recipients are less likely to offer help when these expectations are explicit, indicating that a sense of obligation can suppress gratitude.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 15 Sep. 2024
But importantly, that sense of obligation doesn’t come from external sources.
—Julie Kliegman, Outside Online, 9 Sep. 2024
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“Sense of obligation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sense%20of%20obligation. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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