on duty
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This word may also be spelled "on-duty” when used as an adjective.
on duty(
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)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (general)
a. de servicio
Julian must still be on duty because he's not answering his phone.Julian aún debe estar de servicio porque no contesta el teléfono.
b. de turno
Employees who are on duty must wear a uniform at all times.Los empleados que están de turno deben usar el uniforme en todo momento.
c. de guardia (nurse, doctor, sentry)
My wife is on duty all weekend, so we can't leave town.Mi esposa está de guardia todo el fin de semana, así que no podemos salir de la ciudad.
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