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Word of the Day Monday, October 26, 2026

beholden

/ˈbɛhəʊdən/ verb · British & US
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What does beholden mean?

verb

Feeling obligated or indebted to someone or something; having a sense of duty or responsibility.

Example

"The company is beholden to its investors for financial support."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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