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Idiom: Duty Calls

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How to pronounce "duty calls":

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Expresses that the speaker must go and deal with something.

Example: "Excuse me, gentlemen, but I'm afraid duty calls."

Example Sentences

1
Sorry, but duty calls and I have to leave the party early.
2
I would love to go out tonight, but duty calls and I have to finish this report.
3
I know you want to relax, but duty calls and we need your help right now.
4
I can't go on vacation with you; duty calls and I have important meetings next week.
5
It's hard to say goodbye, but duty calls and I must serve my country.

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