dutiful
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"In the 1840 narrative, Byfield sought to impress wealthy patrons by presenting himself as a dutiful soldier and deserving veteran," O'Keeffe says.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 7, 2026
Stick with broad, cheap exposure to the U.S. stock market, and a dutiful allocation overseas, where valuations are at least lower.
From Barron's ● Mar. 6, 2026
These are dutiful, sobering acts of mourning — Seftel’s is the probable awardee.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 20, 2026
Nicholson leading his fellow prisoners of war in dutiful observance of a wartime code of honor.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 8, 2025
“Want to keep playing dutiful mentor and show me how?”
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
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