Both Uses of
oblige
in
Through the Looking-Glass
- There was a Beetle sitting next to the Goat (it was a very queer carriage-full of passengers altogether), and, as the rule seemed to be that they should all speak in turn, HE went on with 'She'll have to go back from here as luggage!'
Alice couldn't see who was sitting beyond the Beetle, but a hoarse voice spoke next. 'Change engines--' it said, and was obliged to leave off.
Chpt 3 (definition 1) *obliged = required (to do something)
- So much obliged!
Chpt 4 (definition 2) *obliged = grateful or indebted
Definitions:
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(1) (oblige as in: I am obliged by law.) require (obligate) to do something
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(2) (obliged as in: I'm much obliged for your kindness) grateful or indebted