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Synopsis
In the Gunsmoke episode "Word of Honor," the story begins with Doc's unexpected absence, which raises alarm for U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon and his assistant Chester. After two days without a word, they worry that something has gone wrong. When Doc finally returns, he reveals that he was taken to treat a gunshot victim under duress, where he made a promise not to disclose the identity of the killers. This sets the stage for a moral conflict that tests Doc's integrity and commitment to his profession.
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