accounted

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Economist Paul Krugman explains in his newsletter that the shortfall is actually quite modest and easily accounted for — if the government exercises some common sense.

From Salon • Jun. 13, 2026

In a statement, Medline said all its employees and on-site personnel were safe and accounted for.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

NHS analysis found that 20 trusts accounted for more than half of the cases of corridor care in A&E, while 20 trusts also accounted for more than two thirds elsewhere in hospitals.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

The energy index accounted for over 60% of the increase in the consumer-price index from the previous month, the Labor Department said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

He gave a ferocious yawn and ran his fingers sleepily through his hair, as people often do when they first awake, which likely accounted for its disheveled state.

From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart