dutiful
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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
Yet the role of a do-nothing prince consort doesn’t suit the dutiful, and now fiercely faithful, Alfred, and a war of wills—and of the sexes—ensues.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 18, 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
“I refuse to be dutiful to a man I hate!”
From "Tiger, Tiger" by Lynne Reid Banks
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