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as in thankful
feeling or expressing gratitude
I'd be much obliged if you could do me this favor
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as in delighted
to do a service or favor for
I would appreciate it greatly if you could oblige me by bringing a dessert to the party
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as in compelled
to cause (a person) to give in to pressure
I know you're in a hurry, but you can't oblige me to drive any faster than the speed limit
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