responsibilities
Americannoun
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While I’m reading a case or drafting a motion, NotebookLM turns my notes into flashcards and study guides, and Claude builds a spreadsheet tracking my daily, weekly and semester responsibilities so nothing slips.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
“This budget sends a signal that the city of Los Angeles is taking our fiscal responsibilities and our future seriously,” Yaroslavsky said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026
“Even loving couples can struggle when they are balancing work, caregiving responsibilities, financial concerns and their own relationship all at once.”
From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026
Gillian Martin is to remain in her role as climate action secretary, with added responsibilities for rural affairs.
From BBC • May 20, 2026
Her older sister, Margaret, was matronly and dignified, probably from having assumed matronly and housewifely responsibilities too early in life, their mother having died when they were quite young.
From "The Awakening" by Kate Chopin
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