accounts for

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Researchers estimate the SFZ accounts for roughly 15% of the total strain across the Pacific Northwest.

From Science Daily • May 19, 2026

The region accounts for around 9% of global production, but a much larger proportion of seaborne trade, according to ING.

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

The soaring valuation of Elon Musk’s rocket maker means the investment now accounts for nearly 60% of Darsana’s assets under management, the people said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

Nvidia alone now accounts for around 8% of the S&P 500, so it’s no wonder that the company’s report is on everyone’s radar.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

“Ah, that accounts for the way his team was obeying him,’’ said Sam Cansino.

From "The Subtle Knife" by Philip Pullman