duty
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“It’s every citizen’s duty to conduct oversight of their government,” he said.
From Salon • Apr. 15, 2026
“Technology can assist legal practice, but it does not replace an attorney’s duty of competence, diligence, and honesty.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026
Neither Mbeumo nor Amad Diallo have found their form since returning from Africa Cup of Nations duty.
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026
Mr. Lander was rightly criticized for these decisions, and for Mr. Warshaw it will be even harder to wrap himself in the mantle of neutral fiduciary duty.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026
“Baby Room Inspection Service reporting for duty, your noble ladyness,” he said.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
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Veterans Day Vocabulary
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The Constitution of the United States
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