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
On Friday, Ohtani handed back over pitch-calling duties, communicating with head shakes and nods instead of the PitchCom buttons on his arm.
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Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
4 July 2026
Kiss will officially take over on July 20 and is currently concluding his duties with the Queensland Reds Super Rugby side.
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ABC News,
4 July 2026
What exactly do your day-to-day duties look like in this position?
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Kiara Adams,
Sacbee.com,
4 July 2026
The city clerk is responsible for maintaining government records while assisting the mayor and City Council with administrative duties inside and outside council meetings.
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Zaire Breedlove,
Charlotte Observer,
3 July 2026
The royal gradually resumed royal duties last year and made a momentous appearance at Wimbledon's men's singles final in July 2024, in what marked a rare public outing during her cancer treatment.
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Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
2 July 2026
The reduction in duties could open the door for China to ramp up purchases of American soybeans, by pushing their cost below that of Brazilian supplies.
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J.d. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
2 July 2026
Among other changes, the deal tightened rules for the auto industry, requiring that 75% of each vehicle be produced in North America to avoid any import duties.
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Aaron Navarro,
CBS News,
1 July 2026
During the draft combine, Peterson voiced an eagerness to return to on-ball duties in the NBA.
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Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
4 July 2026
Kiss will officially take over on July 20 and is currently concluding his duties with the Queensland Reds Super Rugby side.
—
ABC News,
4 July 2026
What exactly do your day-to-day duties look like in this position?
—
Kiara Adams,
Sacbee.com,
4 July 2026
The city clerk is responsible for maintaining government records while assisting the mayor and City Council with administrative duties inside and outside council meetings.
—
Zaire Breedlove,
Charlotte Observer,
3 July 2026
The royal gradually resumed royal duties last year and made a momentous appearance at Wimbledon's men's singles final in July 2024, in what marked a rare public outing during her cancer treatment.
—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
2 July 2026
The reduction in duties could open the door for China to ramp up purchases of American soybeans, by pushing their cost below that of Brazilian supplies.
—
J.d. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
2 July 2026
Among other changes, the deal tightened rules for the auto industry, requiring that 75% of each vehicle be produced in North America to avoid any import duties.
—
Aaron Navarro,
CBS News,
1 July 2026
During the draft combine, Peterson voiced an eagerness to return to on-ball duties in the NBA.
—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for duties
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Earlier, a cooperative sextile from Jupiter steadies nerves and supports practical tasks, clear promises, and useful teamwork.
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Having a stronger core will reduce the load placed on your spine and can help prevent strain during tasks that involve lifting, bending, and reaching.
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Crypto cannot be excused from the responsibilities that banks and other financial service providers must meet.
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These responsibilities divert attention away from customers, revenue generation and strategic growth.
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Rehabilitation assignments, promotions and demotions often become part of the development process, particularly for pitchers returning from major surgeries.
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The Tribune maintains editorial control over assignments and content.
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Assisting with payroll tax issues, sales tax audits, and business restructuring to satisfy tax obligations.
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Financial privacy erodes gradually through risk assessments, compliance obligations, information sharing partnerships and international standards presented as technical rather than political.
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Proponents of the authorization note that the $155 million investment arrives four years after a severe drought in the Sacramento Valley in 2022 had cost local communities hundreds of millions of dollars and roughly 1,500 jobs.
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Employers added 57,000 jobs last month, about half of what economists had expected.
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Handle power dynamics well by stating needs and listening for fears beneath reactions.
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Raising this concern to the funeral director is a great option as that person may have encountered a similar situation and be fully prepared to help walk the family through it with sensitivity to the needs of all involved.
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“Duties.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/duties. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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