in the line of duty

in the line of duty
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Used other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see in,‎ the,‎ line,‎ of,‎ duty.

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Submitted on July 10, 2018

Additional definitions for 'in the line of duty':

in the line of duty	As part of or while performing official duties, usually of the military or police personnel, or of government officials.

in the line of duty

As part of or while performing official duties, usually of the military or police personnel, or of government officials.

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en la lìnea del deber

при исполнении служебных обязанностей

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