duty-bound
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One of hundreds of housing protesters camping in central Madrid, Aitana Lopez felt duty-bound to pay tribute to a pensioner whose eviction sparked a movement that culminated in early elections.
From Barron's ● Oct. 8, 2026
By 1940, however, Trautman felt duty-bound to volunteer for military service, requesting “active duty with a library assignment” in the Army.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 6, 2026
In the world of Martin’s books, even the most duty-bound characters must find their compass in the shadow of life and memory.
From Salon ● Feb. 25, 2026
It is enshrined in South Korea’s constitution, which states that the president is duty-bound to work toward peaceful reunification.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 30, 2024
By 1955, Paramount would be desperate to exit the field; Ernest, feeling duty-bound to help his financial partner reduce its exposure to losses, went on the road to help Paramount find a buyer.
From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik
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