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accountable

[uh-koun-tuh-buhl] / əˈkaʊn tə bəl /


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So we need to make sure that we’re holding these people accountable and stay eternally vigilant with everything that’s happening.

From Salon • Jun. 12, 2026

"Any threat against the president is taken very seriously by the department, and our US Park Police will investigate this incident and hold those responsible accountable," the spokesperson said in a statement.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Now environmental advocates are pushing state regulators to crack down by requiring stormwater permits — essentially best practices — for businesses that haven’t been held accountable for their polluted runoff.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

She said campaigners wanted the building developer to be held accountable under wildlife laws.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

That also meant that legislators could be held accountable for their positions.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling




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