duty

Definitions of "duty"
  1. The tasks, services, or responsibilities that come with one's role or position
  2. A legal or contractual obligation to behave in accordance with specific standards or to act in a certain manner
How to use "duty" in a sentence
  1. The security guard discharged his duty by patrolling the premises throughout the night.
  2. She was found in breach of her duty when she failed to meet the contracted deadlines.
  3. The officer stood by his duty to maintain public safety, despite facing challenging circumstances.

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