Duty calls In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "duty calls", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Tonia Thai calendar 2021-09-15 08:09

Meaning of Duty calls

Duty calls American British noun phrase

Used as an exclamation expressing one must cease enjoying something pleasant to turn back work and do a particular task.
 

Watching TV shows is really tempting, but duty calls, I need to handle all of the emails.

Sorry, I gonna leave the party soon. You know, duty calls, I must go to the hospital for my night shift.

Duty calls, I have to send all documents regarding the meeting to the boss.

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