I commit myself to vs I commit myself

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I commit myself to' is used when specifying what or whom someone is committing to, while 'I commit myself' is used when the commitment itself is the focus without specifying the object of the commitment.

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This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when specifying the object or purpose of the commitment.

"I commit myself to"

This phrase is used to indicate what or whom someone is committing to. It is followed by a noun or a verb phrase to specify the commitment.

Examples:

I commit myself to studying harder for the exam.
She committed herself to helping the community.
He committed himself to a healthier lifestyle.

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I commit myself to continuing the dialogue between our institutions within and beyond the formal procedures.
I commit myself to pursuing this goal vigorously.
As President of the Commission, I commit myself to doing my best to convince Member States also to accept this coherence and coordination approach.
Do I commit myself to grow in the theological and cardinal virtues?
I commit myself to women getting the same opportunities as men in the labour market.
All around us nothing but devastation: I cannot discover two meters of ground which hasn't been rolled over; old corpses that I commit myself to finally bury.
I commit myself to adhere to a methodology of research characterized by scientific rigour and a high quality of the information that is furnished.
Q: Diving looks like fun, but I am scared that I might not like it. Can I just try it before I commit myself to a proper course?
Dimmesdalepassionatelyand turning his eyesfull and bright and with a kind of fiercenesson old Roger Chillingworth. Not to thee! Butif it be the soul's diseasethen do I commit myself to the one Physician of the soul! Heif it stand with

Alternatives:

I dedicate myself to
I pledge myself to
I promise myself to
I devote myself to
I engage myself in

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when the focus is on the commitment itself without specifying the object of the commitment.

"I commit myself"

This phrase is used to emphasize the act of committing oneself without mentioning what or whom the commitment is directed towards.

Examples:

I commit myself to being a better person.
She committed herself to improving her skills.
He committed himself to the project wholeheartedly.

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I commit myself to continuing the dialogue between our institutions within and beyond the formal procedures.
I commit myself to pursuing this goal vigorously.
As President of the Commission, I commit myself to doing my best to convince Member States also to accept this coherence and coordination approach.
I commit myself , he said, to offer you my life.
I commit myself to adhere to a methodology of research characterized by scientific rigour and a high quality of the information that is furnished.
To each "I believe" it adds an "I commit myself", thereby focusing on the coherence between strong conviction and the consequent active effort.
I commit myself, my brother bishops, clergy and faithful, to applying the practical rules of the Balamand Document to the best of our ability.
Do I commit myself to grow in the theological and cardinal virtues?
I am taking on board the criticisms that have been expressed and I commit myself here and now to completing, according to a strict timetable, the ambitious programme that I have proposed, and to fulfilling the demands made by this Parliament.
When I commit myself, it means that I assume a responsibility, a task, for someone; it also means the way, the attitude of faithfulness and dedication, the particular care with which I carry out this task.
How much do I commit myself so that the Spirit lives in me in the fullness of light?
I would rather wait for Justice Zinnowitz... before I commit myself, please.
For this year you won't be sent away, I commit myself.
I commit myself to women getting the same opportunities as men in the labour market.
To that I commit myself, but it must not lead to an increase in fishing effort.
All around us nothing but devastation: I cannot discover two meters of ground which hasn't been rolled over; old corpses that I commit myself to finally bury.
Seeing the situation and shortcomings of the environment where I am living, in what activities can I commit myself?
It meant: "I commit myself. I engage myself."
I like to know before I commit myself, as I'm sure you do also.
Q: Diving looks like fun, but I am scared that I might not like it. Can I just try it before I commit myself to a proper course?

Alternatives:

I dedicate myself
I pledge myself
I promise myself
I devote myself
I engage myself

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