Pronunciation: /ˈæk.tɪv ˈduː.ti/
noun a period of time when a person is serving full-time in the military or other organization
A1 My brother is on active duty in the military.
A2 Soldiers on active duty are required to follow strict orders.
B1 Being on active duty means being ready to deploy at a moment's notice.
B2 The soldier's commitment to active duty is commendable.
C1 Individuals on active duty often face challenging situations that require quick thinking.
C2 The general's experience in active duty has shaped his leadership style.
adjective describing someone who is currently serving in the military or other organization on a full-time basis
A1 My brother is on active duty in the military.
A2 The active duty soldiers were trained for combat.
B1 The active duty police officers patrolled the streets all night.
B2 She decided to join the active duty forces to serve her country.
C1 The active duty firefighters responded quickly to the emergency call.
C2 After years of active duty service, he retired from the military with honors.
formal He was called to active duty and had to leave his civilian job to serve in the military.
informal My brother is on active duty overseas and won't be able to make it home for the holidays.
slang I can't hang out tonight, I'm on active duty at work until late.
figurative As a teacher, she is always on active duty, constantly looking out for her students' well-being.
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