Definition of Obligatory

required by law or a set of rules

Examples of Obligatory in a sentence

As part of my obligatory court sentence, I must complete sixty hours of community service.  🔊

New hires must attend the obligatory orientation session.  🔊

Because Ray is an awesome host, he never fails to perform the obligatory duties like greeting each guest and keeping glasses full.  🔊

Every cheesy spy movie has the obligatory fight scene that lasts at least fifteen minutes.  🔊

Even though the two politicians despised each other, they still exchanged obligatory greetings before the debate.  🔊

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