hold accountable
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
"Justice must hold accountable everyone who played a role in this tragedy," said lawyer Matthieu Chirez, who represents 113 civil parties.
From Barron's ● Sep. 8, 2026
We have introduced the Transnational Repression Policy Act, which would establish a clear U.S. strategy to hold accountable foreign governments and their agents who intimidate or harm people in the U.S.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 2, 2026
“U.S. Capitol Police will continue to investigate and hopefully hold accountable those responsible.”
From Salon ● Nov. 23, 2025
The Indian defence ministry said its strikes this week were part of a "commitment" to hold "accountable" those responsible for the attack.
From BBC ● May 10, 2025
And no one do ye hold accountable for this, but return with a child-tale about ghosts and the hoof-mark of a ghost-bull.
From The Induna's Wife by Bertram Mitford
Random Word
Spin the wheel and learn a new word!
Get a word