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
Over the course of her career, Karen Powers worked in the offices of three State Farm agents as a kind of office manager with, eventually, duties of selling insurance herself.
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J.c. Hallman, Oklahoman, 10 Feb. 2026
Hyundai Motor Group has confirmed deployment at the Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America by 2028, where initial duties will involve parts sequencing before expanding into full component assembly by 2030.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 9 Feb. 2026
Five years ago, Princess Elisabeth, the heir to the Belgian throne, signed up to do a year in military school in Brussels to help her prepare for her royal duties.
—Arkansas Online, 8 Feb. 2026
Goal-line back Zach Charbonnet is out, leaving Kenneth Walker to handle most rushing duties.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 8 Feb. 2026
For busy couples who work and handle family duties this transition brings important changes.
—Craig Lebrau, USA Today, 8 Feb. 2026
At the time, Naumov had stopped skating and was trying to take on his parents’ coaching duties.
—Lori Riley, Hartford Courant, 8 Feb. 2026
Charlie Puth will take on national anthem duties at the Super Bowl this year.
—Jordan Freiman, CBS News, 8 Feb. 2026
However, country artists have taken part in other Super Bowl music duties in recent years, especially the singing of the national anthem.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 7 Feb. 2026
J.c. Hallman, Oklahoman, 10 Feb. 2026
Hyundai Motor Group has confirmed deployment at the Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America by 2028, where initial duties will involve parts sequencing before expanding into full component assembly by 2030.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 9 Feb. 2026
Five years ago, Princess Elisabeth, the heir to the Belgian throne, signed up to do a year in military school in Brussels to help her prepare for her royal duties.
—Arkansas Online, 8 Feb. 2026
Goal-line back Zach Charbonnet is out, leaving Kenneth Walker to handle most rushing duties.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 8 Feb. 2026
For busy couples who work and handle family duties this transition brings important changes.
—Craig Lebrau, USA Today, 8 Feb. 2026
At the time, Naumov had stopped skating and was trying to take on his parents’ coaching duties.
—Lori Riley, Hartford Courant, 8 Feb. 2026
Charlie Puth will take on national anthem duties at the Super Bowl this year.
—Jordan Freiman, CBS News, 8 Feb. 2026
However, country artists have taken part in other Super Bowl music duties in recent years, especially the singing of the national anthem.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 7 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for duties
Noun
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The technology could also improve performance in collaborative tasks that require physical contact, such as object handling, assisted mobility devices, and service robotics, by allowing robots to continuously adjust grip and contact force during interaction.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
8 Feb. 2026
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Reservists are generally deployed for tasks in the Netherlands, but have occasionally also been sent overseas on a voluntary basis, said ministry spokesperson Meijer.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Feb. 2026
Noun
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One of the key responsibilities Warren taught his pupils was how to show restraint, according to Knox.—
Everett Eaton,
jsonline.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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As a father, homeowner and small business owner, Gabrielyan spoke of his financial responsibilities — and not only to his own family, but to three employees and their families, whose livelihoods depend on the paychecks from him.—
Linh Tat,
Daily News,
8 Feb. 2026
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Families would be notified March 13 with affected students receiving new school assignments by May 1.—
Molly Gibbs,
Mercury News,
11 Feb. 2026
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Rebelein is hoping the board can move forward with another important job, making committee assignments, even if they’re still deadlocked 3-3.—
Mary Divine,
Twin Cities,
11 Feb. 2026
Noun
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To strengthen the economy, Texas must rein in local spending, increase transparency, expand audits of cities, counties, and universities, and consider local spending caps so taxpayers aren’t saddled with unsustainable obligations.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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On a 2009 episode of The Rachel Zoe Project, the stylist’s last-minute work obligations threw a wrench in her plans with her then-husband, Rodger Berman.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
14 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Every January, visitation effectively starts at zero — yet year after year, those efforts deliver results that power jobs, support small businesses, and expand opportunity far beyond the tourism industry.—
Paul S. Mears III,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 Feb. 2026
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Following a #SaveThePost social campaign, The Washington Post initiated a restructuring on Wednesday, cutting more than 300 jobs across its sports, books, metro and international sections, as well as shutting down the Post Reports podcast.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
8 Feb. 2026
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CultureCon offers free scholarship tickets to students with financial needs and also partners with colleges to offer free admission.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
14 Feb. 2026
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Our representatives need to speak out more forcefully to ensure that the people’s needs are heard and acted upon.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Feb. 2026
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“Duties.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/duties. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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