dos

noun

variants or do's
Definition of dosnext
plural of do
1
as in functions
a social gathering it's supposed to be some sort of fancy do

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2
as in rules
a statement of what to do that must be obeyed by those concerned issued a long list of dos and don'ts before we even started the project

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3
as in cuts
a style or arrangement of hair you can tell that the picture was taken in the 1980s from my permed do

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4
as in duties
archaic something one must do because of prior agreement in this hour of national crisis everyone must do their do

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5
as in commotions
chiefly dialect a state of noisy, confused activity in that small town a great deal of do could come from very little indeed

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dos
  1. duties
  2. instructions
  3. obligations
  4. fun
  5. responsibilities
  6. requirements
  7. disturbances
  8. imperatives
Noun
  • China tried in vain to stop the duties, hoping to resolve the issue through dialogue, but talks have so far failed to lead to an agreement that satisfies the EU.
    Eleanor Pringle, Fortune Europe, 4 Oct. 2024
  • The commission has said that any duties could be lifted later if China addresses the EU’s concerns.
    Eleanor Pringle, Fortune Europe, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of duties
Noun
  • Head to the Bluesky site, click Sign up, and follow the instructions on screen.
    David Nield, Popular Science, 14 Nov. 2024
  • During the trip, Lumumba was recorded calling a city employee with instructions to change the deadline for proposals, according to the indictment.
    Bracey Harris, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
Definition of instructions
Noun
  • This legislation could be among the most far-reaching, surpassing existing reporting obligations in California and Illinois.
    Alonzo Martinez, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • The enriched bond, more often than not, leads to more efficient project execution, as mutual understanding and dedication have transcended mere contractual obligations.
    Øyvind Forsbak, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of obligations
Noun
  • That sense of fun, and ego for its own sake, is the show’s go-to, with Pennette and company eschewing deeper meaning or morality in its cynical storytelling.
    Frank Rizzo, Variety, 22 Nov. 2024
  • The Envelope checks in with four actors who have showcased impressive potential — and a sense of fun — in this year’s awards contenders.
    Emily Zemler, Los Angeles Times, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of fun
Noun
  • As the job market and our workplace rapidly evolve, driven by technological advancement, employees are challenged significantly by a shift in roles and responsibilities.
    Santhosh Vijayabaskar, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Human rights groups like Amnesty International say such warnings do not absolve Israel of responsibilities under international humanitarian law to limit civilian harm.
    Kara Fox, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of responsibilities
Noun
  • The Vulcan can be launched with up to six strap ons depending on mission requirements.
    William Harwood, CBS News, 4 Oct. 2024
  • The drafting of the actual reporting requirements to be used by businesses under the CSRD was delegated to the European Financial Reporting Advisory Group.
    Jon McGowan, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of requirements
Noun
  • The problem, then, is that generative AI knows how to write discourses perfectly without generating disturbances.
    Juan Isaza, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Can a synthetic interviewee say the absurd is a very valuable element in generating disturbances in discourse?
    Juan Isaza, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of disturbances
Noun
  • Maintaining a reliable energy supply and keeping people comfortable and safe are not only public health imperatives but also central to supporting economic activity.
    George Sakellaris, Fortune, 3 Oct. 2024
  • These wellness initiatives are no longer nice to have but rather imperatives for retaining and growing your investment in your talent.
    Denise Russo, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of imperatives
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