responsibilities

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A 20% to 30% bond allocation at age 40 would be reasonable for some investors, especially those with ongoing financial responsibilities, while others may hold less than 10%.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 24, 2026

Among those opposed to work trips, 64% are women, who often shoulder most of households’ parenting responsibilities.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

Kirklees Council, which accepted a breach of duty, said it took its health and safety responsibilities "extremely seriously", adding: "Our practices have changed significantly as working practices have evolved."

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

One of Fluor’s responsibilities was to monitor local hires who worked on that base, including a man by the name of Ahmad Nayeb.

From Slate • Apr. 22, 2026

The boy was simple, Cora decided, responsibilities of his office notwithstanding.

From "The Underground Railroad: A Novel" by Colson Whitehead