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be on duty

VERB

supervise

Synonyms

STRONGEST

administer conduct deal with direct handle inspect look after oversee take care of

STRONG

boss chaperon control overlook quarterback run superintend survey

WEAK

be in charge be in driver's seat be in the saddle be responsible for call the play call the shots crack the whip keep an eye on preside over ride herd on run the show run things sit on top of

Antonyms

STRONGEST

mismanage neglect

STRONG

follow serve

Example Sentences

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"Please pay attention to air alerts, protect your lives. Our services are working efficiently and are prepared; the Air Force and other defenders of our skies will be on duty 24/7, as always."

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Recent US media reports have said ICE officials were expected to be on duty at Sunday's showpiece at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, the home of the San Francisco 49ers.

From Barron's • Feb. 3, 2026

Around 500 police officers will be on duty after previous gatherings attracted anti-social behaviour, damage and disruption to the local area.

From BBC • May 17, 2025

And an RN must be on duty 24 hours a day.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2024

Louis was supposed to be on duty behind the counter.

From "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter" by Carson McCullers

be on duty

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