- plural of responsibility.
responsibilities
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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“I understand that being a musician comes with big responsibilities, both on and off stage, and I know that I fell short that day. I am reflecting on the disappointment and concern that I caused.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2026
“As Commissioner Goodell has emphasized, participation in the NFL is a privilege that carries with it significant responsibilities, including accountability.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 23, 2026
That may be in part because more women are leaving the workforce to take on caregiving responsibilities, according to Guardian.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 23, 2026
But in a written submission, the Charity Commission's lawyer, Faisel Sadiq argued that Campbell could not "abdicate" her responsibilities as a trustee to simply be a figurehead.
From BBC • Jun. 16, 2026
“Who, I ask you, can take, dare take, on himself, the rights, the duties, the responsibilities of another human soul?”
From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling
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