1
as in taxes
a charge usually of money collected by the government from people or businesses for public use
the shop at the airport charges no duty on tourist memorabilia
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2
as in tasks
a piece of work that needs to be done regularly
the regular duties of a lifeguard
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3
as in responsibilities
something one must do because of prior agreement
I must obey the call of duty and serve my country
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Recent Examples of duties
Miss Manners suspects that many would be miffed — not only the mothers absent that day, but also (and perhaps especially) the non-parents who are gracious about concessions made to parents when their personal duties conflict with work.
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Judith Martin, Mercury News, 4 May 2026
After the test, the system had to be taken off so the ship could return to its usual duties.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 4 May 2026
Six Cook County judges tied to Operation Greylord — a federal investigation of public corruption in Chicago — were relieved of their judicial duties.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026
Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew, was stripped of his royal titles and honors by Charles last year, after stepping back from royal public duties in 2019.
—Katie Kindelan, ABC News, 4 May 2026
Conversely, state governors have the same ability when the federal government fails to perform their duties, under the Ninth and Tenth amendments.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
Mickey Mouse was hugely popular in Germany (including personally with Hitler), but Germany imposed hefty duties on the import of foreign films after the Nazis came to power, bringing Mickey Mouse’s broad viewership to a halt.
—Literary Hub, 27 Apr. 2026
In a statement to 9 News, a spokesperson for the Montessori Academy said the worker was removed from his duties and that the center immediately reported the matter to the police and regulatory authority.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
Franchise legend Jason Varitek, also a member of Cora’s staff, was relieved of his duties as well and will be reassigned to a different role that has yet to be announced, the club said.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
Judith Martin, Mercury News, 4 May 2026
After the test, the system had to be taken off so the ship could return to its usual duties.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 4 May 2026
Six Cook County judges tied to Operation Greylord — a federal investigation of public corruption in Chicago — were relieved of their judicial duties.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026
Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew, was stripped of his royal titles and honors by Charles last year, after stepping back from royal public duties in 2019.
—Katie Kindelan, ABC News, 4 May 2026
Conversely, state governors have the same ability when the federal government fails to perform their duties, under the Ninth and Tenth amendments.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
Mickey Mouse was hugely popular in Germany (including personally with Hitler), but Germany imposed hefty duties on the import of foreign films after the Nazis came to power, bringing Mickey Mouse’s broad viewership to a halt.
—Literary Hub, 27 Apr. 2026
In a statement to 9 News, a spokesperson for the Montessori Academy said the worker was removed from his duties and that the center immediately reported the matter to the police and regulatory authority.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
Franchise legend Jason Varitek, also a member of Cora’s staff, was relieved of his duties as well and will be reassigned to a different role that has yet to be announced, the club said.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for duties
Noun
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The Moon in Sagittarius moves through your 6th House of Work, highlighting responsibilities and daily tasks that need attention.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
4 May 2026
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Codex, OpenAI’s AI coding agent for software engineering tasks like writing code and fixing bugs, was released in 2025.—
Will McCurdy,
PC Magazine,
3 May 2026
Noun
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As the Moon moves into Capricorn and your 6th House of Work, your focus shifts toward routines, responsibilities, and what needs to get done efficiently.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
5 May 2026
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For the first time since 2023, Ohtani is also balancing a full starting pitcher’s workload with his offensive responsibilities.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
5 May 2026
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American is adding fees for seat assignments in basic economy, even for its elite-tier loyalty members.—
Mae Anderson,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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The affiliates, like the big league club, are also using pre-game homework assignments to have players work on their swing decisions.—
Spencer Nusbaum,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
Noun
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Connecticut failed to save properly for pensions for seven decades prior to 2011, racking up tens of billions in unfunded obligations.—
Keith M. Phaneuf,
Hartford Courant,
2 May 2026
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The initiative represents a pivotal shift in how the kingdom approaches its cultural heritage and environmental obligations.—
FMG Studios,
Footwear News,
1 May 2026
Noun
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State jobs are also known for offering competitive benefits, including access to the nation’s largest public pension system.—
Angela Rodriguez
May 3,
Sacbee.com,
3 May 2026
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And the workforce only got word of the loss of their jobs an hour before the official announcement.—
Emma Tucker,
CNN Money,
3 May 2026
Noun
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August 23 – September 22 Something at home needs adjusting before everything else works smoothly today.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
3 May 2026
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Virgo August 23 – September 22 Something at home needs adjusting before everything else works smoothly today.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
3 May 2026
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“Duties.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/duties. Accessed 7 May. 2026.
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