do one's duty(
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)An intransitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and does not require a direct object (e.g. Everybody please stand up.).
1. (general)
a. cumplir con su deber
I don't want to punish you, but I have to do my duty as a parent.No quiero castigarte, pero tengo que cumplir con mi deber como padre.
b. cumplir con su obligación
Doing your duty as a citizen of this country should mean that you do more than vote.Cumplir con tu obligación como ciudadano de este país debería significar que hagas más que votar.
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