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ought

Meaning of “ought”

Should or is bound to; expresses duty, fitness, or necessity.

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97 occurrences94 verses33 booksKJV PCE

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First occurrence: Genesis 20:9

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Philemon 1:18
If he hath wronged thee, or oweth thee ought, put that on mine account;
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1611 witness · Philemon 1:18 · retained source text

If hee hath wronged thee, or oweth thee ought, put that on mine account.

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