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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

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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

Police have been working closely with faith and community groups to take on board their views and concerns, and officers experienced at policing high-profile football matches and demonstrations will be on duty.

From BBC • Nov. 5, 2025

Only one employee was scheduled to be on duty.

From Barron's • Oct. 3, 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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