accountable

Example Sentences

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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

It challenges power, holds governments accountable and sparks debate.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Can we hold the human that coded the agent accountable for things that the agent might do autonomously?

From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026

She said local authorities should be held accountable for carer assessments.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

“To my regret, I have overlooked his crimes. But I willabet his evil no more. I will not be accountable for your destruction, Ophelia. Perhaps that will atone...”

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein