responsibilities

Example Sentences

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“I basically depend on them. They’re the head of the family now. It doesn’t seem fair to put so many responsibilities on them at such a young age.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

On Friday, authorities sought to ease tensions by transferring security responsibilities from ICE to state police and setting up designated protest areas.

From Barron's • May 31, 2026

China had sent its defense minister, a primarily diplomatic role with no combat responsibilities, to four straight editions of the dialogue before downgrading its representation last year.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

But circumstances such as unexpected job loss, healthcare issues or caregiving responsibilities can interrupt even the best-laid plans.

From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026

“You obviously aren’t ready for the responsibilities and privileges of being a hall monitor, Ezekiel.”

From "Chronicles of a Lizard Nobody" by Patrick Ness