as in duty
something one must do because of prior agreement
patient confidentiality has long been an integral part of a physician's professional devoir
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Noun
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The two attorneys made a slew of arguments to defend their position, including that the pair of lawmakers did not have legal standing to bring a suit related to their official duties in the first place.—
Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 10 Jan. 2026
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An off-duty Naperville police officer witnessed the crash and pulled the driver out of the Tesla.—
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Dozens of Tarrant County College faculty members have been ordered to pay back portions of their salaries, with college administrators saying the teachers did not meet their contractual obligations.—
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These stores would operate without rent or property tax obligations and aim to sell at wholesale prices, passing on savings to customers.—
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Bison have carried their stories, teachings, and responsibilities for centuries.—
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By 2030, the company expects Atlas to take on more complex responsibilities, including repetitive and heavy-load assembly work.—
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Get ready for hunting season by browsing over 40 vendors selling a variety of goods for all your fishing and outdoor needs.—
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The request for additional money was made after underground utility and other site placement needs were identified while designing a new floor plan.—
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“Devoir.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/devoir. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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