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liable

[lahy-uh-buhl] / ˈlaɪ ə bəl /




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In March, a jury found Meta and YouTube liable for harm to a young woman who testified that her constant use of the platforms led to severe psychological damage.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 22, 2026

Heat domes can cause "dry thunderstorms," in which rain evaporates before hitting the ground and lightning strikes are liable to trigger wildfires, as much of the western United States is already experiencing drought conditions.

From Barron's Jul. 14, 2026

Her serve has often been fragile, leading to numerous double faults, and her forehand has also been liable to falter in crucial moments.

From BBC Jul. 9, 2026

It notes that guests who do not respect the policy may be asked to leave and that the restaurant will “hold parents financially liable for all damage caused by their children to restaurant property.”

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 8, 2026

And as they climbed, they found the ground firmer, the handholds more secure, the footholds less liable to roll and twist their ankles.

From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman




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