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accountable

[uh-koun-tuh-buhl] / əˈkaʊn tə bəl /


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Together, they threaten to remove long-standing tools for the public to hold corporations accountable.

From Salon • Apr. 10, 2026

His analysis held Hong Kong insiders accountable when they abused their power or shirked their responsibilities, whether they were corporate managers or government officials.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

"We're keen to learn who, if any - but we suspect some - assisted him in getting away from Porepunkah… if anyone was complicit, they will be held accountable," Bush told reporters.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

It will also put perpetrators on notice that they could be held accountable.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Whatever happens when we return to the Parthenon, know that I do not hold you accountable.

From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan




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