responsibilities
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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In his report, Stuart found there was "a significant gap in legislation" regarding responsibilities for safety with regard to scaffolding, and unoccupied and empty buildings.
From BBC
Stick with it, with its forms, delineations and responsibilities.
There have been widespread reports of delays caused by the new contract approval process at the agency, which has responsibilities spanning from immigration enforcement to disaster relief to airport security.
From Salon
“You might have a loved one who is independent, but then a fall happens, and those care responsibilities shift. It’s really difficult to measure, and often, care data is just a point-in-time snapshot.”
From MarketWatch
It’s as if handing over the responsibilities of getting through each day to someone else has taken a burden from her shoulders.
From Literature
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