do one's duty
The phrase "do one's duty" is commonly used to describe fulfilling responsibilities or obligations, whether in everyday tasks, moral actions, or specific roles.
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Definition
B2General
(common)To fulfill responsibilities or obligations expected of someone.
Example
- As a citizen, it is important to do one's duty by voting in elections.
- She always does her duty by taking care of her family.
C1Moral or Legal
(formal)To act according to moral or legal expectations.
Example
- A judge must do their duty without bias.
- He did his duty by reporting the crime to the authorities.
B1Euphemism
(euphemistic)To use the toilet, especially to urinate or defecate.
Example
- The toddler proudly announced that he had done his duty in the potty.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "do one's duty":
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