Duties
/ˈdjuːtiz/
Definitions
- (n.) Legal obligations or responsibilities imposed on an individual or entity to act or refrain from acting in a certain way.
The fiduciary duties require the trustee to act in the best interests of the beneficiaries.
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- duty
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Commentary
Use 'duty' for the singular form; 'duties' is typically plural referring to multiple obligations.
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