dutiful

Example Sentences

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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

And it carried an implicit warning: If America ever ceases to be as Hilda—godly, uncompromising, moral, dutiful and good—the moss-covered lassitude of Hawthorne’s Rome awaits us too.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026

In truth, the tie-wearing fox only became a cop because of his fondness for Judy, not out of a sense of dutiful conviction.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 25, 2025

The trials and tribulations of the dutiful new bride had families reorganise their daily routines to ensure they didn't miss out a single episode.

From BBC • Oct. 24, 2025

Why did it become Rishi’s job by default to be unfailingly dutiful and obedient just because his little brother wasn’t?

From "When Dimple Met Rishi" by Sandhya Menon