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as in blames
the state of being held as the cause of something that needs to be set right
responsibility for the accident lies with the driver who was speeding
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as in duties
something one must do because of prior agreement
I had the responsibility of closing up the shop at night
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Recent Examples of responsibilities
Greater pessimism Young people, with fewer physical limitations and family responsibilities — along with an ability to adapt more quickly than older counterparts — normally are more optimistic about their ability to land work.
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Nicholas Riccardi, Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
Young people, with fewer physical limitations and family responsibilities — along with an ability to adapt more quickly than older counterparts — normally are more optimistic about their ability to land work.
—Nicholas Riccardi, Fortune, 11 May 2026
Still, Wilson said the county’s responsibilities should be defined, and local taxpayers should be made whole.
—Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 May 2026
The county could move such responsibilities to the Broward County Aviation Department, the study said.
—Rafael Olmeda, Sun Sentinel, 11 May 2026
For many, this may create an entry point into professions that might otherwise feel out of reach, especially for those balancing financial responsibilities or family commitments.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 11 May 2026
Still, balancing work responsibilities with personal obligations could feel challenging.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026
Shared responsibilities would include financial transparency, reporting to stakeholders, strategic planning and support for the board, the letter proposed.
—R. Christian Smith, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
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
Nicholas Riccardi, Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
Young people, with fewer physical limitations and family responsibilities — along with an ability to adapt more quickly than older counterparts — normally are more optimistic about their ability to land work.
—Nicholas Riccardi, Fortune, 11 May 2026
Still, Wilson said the county’s responsibilities should be defined, and local taxpayers should be made whole.
—Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 May 2026
The county could move such responsibilities to the Broward County Aviation Department, the study said.
—Rafael Olmeda, Sun Sentinel, 11 May 2026
For many, this may create an entry point into professions that might otherwise feel out of reach, especially for those balancing financial responsibilities or family commitments.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 11 May 2026
Still, balancing work responsibilities with personal obligations could feel challenging.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026
Shared responsibilities would include financial transparency, reporting to stakeholders, strategic planning and support for the board, the letter proposed.
—R. Christian Smith, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for responsibilities
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One owner who started an Amazon delivery business in 2019 blames skyrocketing premiums for slashing his annual profit from $400,000 to $150,000.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
20 Oct. 2025
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However, that run would prove brief, with Staubach claiming starting duties for good upon his return.—
Matt Moret,
New York Times,
12 May 2026
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Quince actually breaks down the price for each item on its site, revealing the cost for materials, packaging, freight and handling, duties, taxes and other fees.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
11 May 2026
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The large bonuses highlight the impact to Uber’s bottom line from reducing its insurance liabilities.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
13 May 2026
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Traits once seen as stabilizing — empathy, humility, shame — are recast as liabilities in a world that prizes speed, dominance and certainty.—
Sarah DaVanzo,
Rolling Stone,
11 May 2026
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Guests with work obligations, caregiving responsibilities or health considerations may not be able to fully disconnect, and most properties offer at least limited emergency communication options.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
16 May 2026
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The Beatles only made three more films, largely to satisfy contractual obligations.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
16 May 2026
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Mental-health support is often discussed in broad terms, but meaningful progress happens when care is local, comprehensive and responsive to the unique needs of individuals and families.—
Maria Bledsoe,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 May 2026
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Arrests and citations do nothing to address these needs.—
Shianne LeClaire,
Hartford Courant,
17 May 2026
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As the Taurus Sun links with Jupiter in your 10th House of Career, commitments and long-range goals gain support.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
10 May 2026
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Miami’s 2027 recruiting class now has 11 commitments, eight of whom are blue-chip prospects.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
10 May 2026
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“Responsibilities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/responsibilities. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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