I'm not sure whether to use "obliged" or "obligated". Can someone assist?
2023-06-26
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Sure thing! 📚 "Obliged" and "obligated" are often used interchangeably, but they have subtle differences. If you're "obliged," it's more like you're doing something because you want to, out of gratitude or politeness. Meanwhile, being "obligated" is more like a legal or moral responsibility. You're "obligated" to pay your bills, but you might feel "obliged" to offer a helping hand to a friend in need. ✋😊
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