obligate
US /ˈɑːb.lɪ.ɡeɪt/
UK /ˈɑːb.lɪ.ɡeɪt/
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obliger, contraindre
make (someone) legally or morally bound to an action or course of action
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The contract obligates us to complete the work by next month.
Le contrat nous oblige à terminer les travaux d'ici le mois prochain.
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He felt obligated to help his family.
Il se sentait obligé d'aider sa famille.
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obligatoire, contraint
restricted to a particular condition or course of action
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He felt obligate to follow the rules.
Il se sentait obligé de suivre les règles.
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The bacteria are obligate anaerobes.
Les bactéries sont des anaérobies obligatoires.