as in duty
something one must do because of prior agreement
patient confidentiality has long been an integral part of a physician's professional devoir
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Noun
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The American always had the engine and work rate to flit between defensive and attacking duties in a central midfield berth.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
20 Mar. 2026 -
The Minnetonka Fire Department classified Johnson's death as a line-of-duty death.—
Ray Campos,
CBS News,
20 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Other obligations, like unpaid child support, may also result in account restrictions or seizures through court or administrative orders.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
20 Mar. 2026
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However, Canada’s Online Streaming Act disadvantages American companies and undermines competitiveness by requiring streaming companies to subsidize and promote Canadian content over their own productions through discriminatory obligations that Canadian broadcasters do not face.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
20 Mar. 2026
Noun
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All expenses on receipt and use of prize are the sole responsibility of winner.—
CBS LA Staff,
CBS News,
25 Mar. 2026
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Ecuador has denied responsibility for the bomb.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA Today,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Its extensive menu ranges from advanced biohacking and LED therapy to DNA testing aimed at identifying hormonal imbalances, inflammation, and nutritional needs, as well as bespoke sleep programming.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Mar. 2026
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With Lauer starting the season in the rotation, the Jays have a clear need for length in the bullpen.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
21 Mar. 2026
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“Devoir.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/devoir. Accessed 25 Mar. 2026.
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