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duty

[doo-tee, dyoo-] / ˈdu ti, ˈdyu- /




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The SEC argues the rule is superfluous because U.S. equity markets are highly automated and brokers have a duty to clients.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Fiduciary duty is the highest obligation the law imposes on asset managers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

On top of duty, pubs in England must charge 20% VAT.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

A year later, a court ruled that Devon County Council had failed to meet its duty when setting the fees it pays to private care homes.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

The way he gave extra food to Meadowlark every time he was on caf duty, because she’s always been so small.

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy




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