on duty

phrase

: engaged in or responsible for an assigned task or duty

not allowed to take personal calls while on duty

Examples of on duty in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The document provides an analysis for the thorny legal scenario in which a state prosecutor may pursue charges against a federal agent for alleged misconduct while on duty. — Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2026

That instinct followed Smith everywhere, especially on duty, ensuring his security staff understood their responsibilities and were properly trained. — Kansas City Star, 19 Aug. 2026

An expert in hand-to-hand combat, Marcus becomes a steady, rational presence in Slough House, often teaming with Shirley on duty and tempering her volatile energy. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 17 Aug. 2026

The 68-year-old was executed by lethal injection July 28 for the rape and murder of 11-year-old Teresa McAbee while on duty as a cop for the Mascotte Police Department. — Natasha Holt, FOXNews.com, 15 Aug. 2026

Rhymes for on duty

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• beauty
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• snooty
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• tutti