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How to pronounce obliged in American English
“obliged” pronunciation by American speakers
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“obliged” in real sentences — American speakers
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companies are obliged to abide by.
The Obama White House
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Suddenly, as a foreign national, he was obliged to leave.
NIST
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Buskirk was also obliged to submit the following five points.
Census Bureau
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