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accountability

[uh-koun-tuh-bil-i-tee] / əˌkaʊn təˈbɪl ɪ ti /
NOUN
responsibility
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They are calling not only for a full investigation into historic conversion practices, but also for accountability and a comprehensive ban on all forms of conversion therapy.

From BBC Sep. 17, 2026

Perhaps most striking, the response to the ProPublica investigation indicate that the American public is desperate for accountability and transparency.

From Salon Sep. 17, 2026

If tech bros are saying that AI might someday break containment and take down civilization, that sounds like an accountability sink coupled with an investor pitch.

From Salon Sep. 16, 2026

“The experience was deeply traumatic, and its impact has stayed with us. Today’s decision is not about the compensation, but about accountability and recognition,” the statement read.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 16, 2026

This trend began in the 1990s with an educational reform movement that stressed teacher accountability.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin

BP said the restructure will clarify accountabilities and enable faster decision-making.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 9, 2026

"As part of this process, we are redefining roles and accountabilities to remove duplication and simplify structures," he said.

From BBC Nov. 6, 2024

“They’re not operating as individuals; everything is a collective approach, and there are clear accountabilities and responsibilities to the community.”

From Scientific American Jun. 7, 2023

“Yes, it’s a midyear election. But more importantly than that, we need accountabilities and we need to do this to keep our communities safer,” Beatty said.

From Washington Post Sep. 21, 2022

We have opportunities to reset expectations, build in new accountabilities and innovate beyond imagination.

From Seattle Times Jul. 2, 2021




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