1
as in dedication
adherence to something to which one is bound by a pledge or duty
his frequent absences made others question his commitment to the political campaign
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2
as in obligation
something one must do because of prior agreement
they made a commitment to pay the bill upon receipt of their order
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Recent Examples of commitment
The filing notes that the company has no off-balance sheet arrangements or contractual commitments as of June 30, 2006.
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Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 14 Mar. 2025
He’s encouraged by the commitment shown by volunteers who ran out of hard-drive space on a previous campaign.
—Julian Lucas, The New Yorker, 14 Mar. 2025
At the same time, the drug maker Eli Lilly recently announced a $27 billion commitment to manufacture products in the U.S.
—Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
Under Francis' leadership, the role of almoner has been expanded to reflect his deep commitment to charity and aiding those in need.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 3 Mar. 2025
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Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 14 Mar. 2025
He’s encouraged by the commitment shown by volunteers who ran out of hard-drive space on a previous campaign.
—Julian Lucas, The New Yorker, 14 Mar. 2025
At the same time, the drug maker Eli Lilly recently announced a $27 billion commitment to manufacture products in the U.S.
—Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
Under Francis' leadership, the role of almoner has been expanded to reflect his deep commitment to charity and aiding those in need.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 3 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for commitment
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commitment
Noun
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Beyond her vocal talent, Summer’s dedication to refining her craft sets her apart.—
Heide Janssen,
Orange County Register,
16 Mar. 2025
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Distinct from other forms of design, bespoke tailoring is equal parts aesthetic and engineering that demands a level of singular dedication.—
Caroline Reilly,
Robb Report,
13 Mar. 2025
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The person literally has no specific duties or obligations outlined in the state constitution other than remaining alive.—
Scott Maxwell,
Orlando Sentinel,
7 Mar. 2025
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Robert Newton, a Columbia oceanographer, said the grant cancellations were based on a falsehood that Columbia had abandoned its obligations to its Jewish students.—
Cayla Bamberger,
New York Daily News,
7 Mar. 2025
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The vast sums of money that Abbott unleashed, along with his zero-sum assessment of political loyalty, has proved persuasive.—
Jonathan Blitzer,
The New Yorker,
10 Mar. 2025
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The successful ones manage to create experiential spaces that become cultural and lifestyle phenomenons while also reinforcing brand appeal and loyalty.—
Clara Ludmir,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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Soundview has taken responsibility for the ongoing remediation, and the state continues to closely monitor that work.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
19 Mar. 2025
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Some Western intelligence and national security officials caution there is no smoking gun that signals Moscow's direct responsibility in all of the recent cable cutting incidents.—
Erin Banco and Mari Saito,
USA TODAY,
19 Mar. 2025
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All the while, her bluegrass and country allegiance is unmistakable.—
Jessica Nicholson,
Billboard,
17 Mar. 2025
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Carney and his cabinet swore allegiance to King Charles III in their oaths.—
Olivia Kemp,
CNN,
14 Mar. 2025
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The royal looked especially thrilled to be back on duty with the Irish Guards on Monday, showing support for the British Army unit on their special day.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
18 Mar. 2025
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Thirteen members of the squad on duty against City have been selected by their countries for World Cup qualifiers, Nations League or friendly fixtures at senior and under-21 level.—
Andy Naylor,
The Athletic,
18 Mar. 2025
Noun
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These men shower their wives with praise, heartfelt captions and picture-perfect moments, creating an image of unwavering devotion.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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One, more light-hearted story is about the deity Krishna — whose skin was blue — and his love Radha, the goddess of love and devotion.—
Lauren Costantino,
Miami Herald,
17 Mar. 2025
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Tucked within the garden is also a small independent building, which can be adapted to suit a variety of needs, from a private annex to a garage.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
11 Mar. 2025
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There are showstoppers, like the Zaveri house (also known as the House with 365 Windows) which is now stained black with grit, its grand pilasters and geometric facade carvings in dire need of restoration, and the Teen Khuniya (or Three-Cornered House), with its distinctive triangular layout.—
Kalpana Sunder,
CNN,
11 Mar. 2025
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“Commitment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commitment. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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