as in obligation
something one must do because of prior agreement
few incumbencies of her office are as distasteful to the college president as fund-raising, of which there seems to be no end
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Recent Examples of incumbency
In every presidential election since 2006, Chileans have voted out the incumbency to swing to the opposing side of the political spectrum.
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Andra B. Chastain, The Conversation, 15 Dec. 2025
The United States should maintain the dollar’s incumbency advantage by demonstrating its commitment to the international financial system, fiscal sustainability, and the institutional independence of the Federal Reserve.
—Lael Brainard, Foreign Affairs, 10 Nov. 2025
Pettersson’s sturdy performances over the weekend, and the fact that the club gave him a lengthy look on Sunday on the right side, would seem to have reinforced his incumbency in the battle for a spot in the opening-night lineup.
—Thomas Drance, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
Despite that incumbency, Cook County Democrats opted earlier this summer to endorse someone else, Lyons Township Assessor Pat Hynes, in the March 2026 primary election.
—A.d. Quig, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
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Andra B. Chastain, The Conversation, 15 Dec. 2025
The United States should maintain the dollar’s incumbency advantage by demonstrating its commitment to the international financial system, fiscal sustainability, and the institutional independence of the Federal Reserve.
—Lael Brainard, Foreign Affairs, 10 Nov. 2025
Pettersson’s sturdy performances over the weekend, and the fact that the club gave him a lengthy look on Sunday on the right side, would seem to have reinforced his incumbency in the battle for a spot in the opening-night lineup.
—Thomas Drance, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
Despite that incumbency, Cook County Democrats opted earlier this summer to endorse someone else, Lyons Township Assessor Pat Hynes, in the March 2026 primary election.
—A.d. Quig, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for incumbency
Noun
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The implementation will start gradually from March 28, until all platforms fulfill their compliance obligations.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 Mar. 2026
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The judge launched into a recitation of the jury's obligations.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Peters was found guilty of three counts of attempting to influence a public servant and one count each of conspiracy to commit criminal impersonation, first-degree official misconduct, violation of duty and failure to comply with the requirements of the secretary of state.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Mar. 2026
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This cosmic support guides your efforts to find a workable rhythm to your daily duties at home.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
5 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Simmons’ priorities are fiscal stability with responsibility, public health and accountability around the operation of the county jail.—
Rachel Royster
Updated March 3,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Mar. 2026
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January 20 – February 18 Trust deep bonds to clarify shared responsibilities.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 Mar. 2026
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In his Wednesday interview, Gonzales alleged that when Santos-Aviles died, her widow reached out to the representative’s offices to ask about death benefits and retirement funds.—
Claire Carter,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Mar. 2026
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The lot, however, is a congested warren of stages, offices, trailers and support facilities such as woodworking mills that date to the early 20th century.—
Roger Vincent,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2026
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His repression and economic mismanagement mean Iran is in desperate and self-evident need of change, his people yearning to be freer and richer.—
Nick Paton Walsh,
CNN Money,
1 Mar. 2026
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Many of the children come from high-needs populations, as Nationwide serves families that are uninsured or on Medicaid.—
MAKIYA SEMINERA THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
1 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Ultimately, the series comes back to its original home with the promise of longevity, with a four season pickup that will carry it all the way to the 2028-2029 broadcast season.—
Wilson Chapman,
IndieWire,
28 Feb. 2026
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After an 8-9 season that invited promise in 2023, though, Paton went to a happy hour at Ocean Prime with Mauck, who marveled at the fact that the general manager had stuck around.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
28 Feb. 2026
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