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

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 counterterrorism director’s responsibilities include coordinating policy for external threats as well as leading efforts to free wrongfully detained Americans around the globe.

From Salon • Apr. 22, 2026

“I’m sorry. I didn’t know,” I said again, not appreciating yet how keenly this man took his responsibilities.

From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson