- plural of responsibility.
responsibilities
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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Still, he had to give up his job as an adjunct professor to make time for his caregiving responsibilities.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 23, 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
Baroness Chapman of Darlington is international development minister with responsibilities for Latin America and the Caribbean.
From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026
On one side are progressive, feminist, so-called Brooklyn Dads, who are famously driven by a belief that they should split child-rearing responsibilities with their partners equally.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026
“That plate was a gift from the Education Committee when Principal Peattie assumed the responsibilities of being the principal of this school,” he said.
From "Okay for Now" by Gary D. Schmidt
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