responsibilities
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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Chopra does not “have any active responsibilities at UC San Diego nor will he have any active responsibilities at any point between now and the conclusion of his appointment term,” the statement said.
From Salon • May 19, 2026
Factors schools must consider, said the EA spokesperson, include behaviour management, safeguarding and their responsibilities to meet pupils' individual needs - including "those arising from menstruation or medical conditions".
From BBC • May 16, 2026
WASHINGTON—Being second-in-command at the Justice Department isn’t always a sexy assignment, with the deputy attorney general quietly juggling difficult responsibilities while others see the spotlight.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
They have the power of the state behind them, and they have ethical responsibilities that go with that.
From Slate • May 12, 2026
“As a veterinarian, I have certain responsibilities with regard to the transportation of dead animals, sir. I can’t just knowingly ship a dead animal with an infectious disease across state lines.”
From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston
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