responsible
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French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu said on X on Monday that some of the fires had been set deliberately, adding that security forces are working to catch those responsible.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 27, 2026
The ICC, which has 125 member states, seeks to prosecute individuals responsible for the world's gravest crimes when countries are unwilling or unable to do so themselves.
From Barron's ● Jul. 27, 2026
And in much of the country, the government is responsible for operating water and other utilities, running fire departments and operating public libraries.
From Salon ● Jul. 26, 2026
Like other students, Azhe was responsible for arranging his own placement, and with no clear career path in mind, he chose an opportunity that would allow him to explore a completely different environment.
From BBC ● Jul. 25, 2026
It was the countess who was responsible for creating a feeling of great fellowship among us.
From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo
Vocabulary lists containing responsible
Jim Burke's Academic Vocabulary List
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PARCC: Language of the Test (Grade 11)
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