at fault
Example Sentences
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On terrorism, he was unequivocal that the victim is never at fault.
From Salon ● Oct. 8, 2026
The reforms will help, but more are needed, including fixing the state’s scaffold law that holds property owners and contractors fully liable for gravity-related construction injuries even if a worker is at fault.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 6, 2026
However, Vladimir Barbin, the Russian ambassador to Denmark, fired back saying it was the helicopter that had been at fault.
From Barron's ● Sep. 15, 2026
However, he was most at fault for over-committing to a challenge in the build-up to Brighton's first goal.
From BBC ● Aug. 30, 2026
“An accident, huh? Er, who was at fault? You, Marguerite? Errer was it you?”
From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou
