at fault

Example Sentences

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In this case, an Old World hantavirus was at fault, not the Andes strain that’s responsible for the outbreak on the cruise ship.

From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026

“To have a jury unanimously say the officer was totally wrong and your father was not at fault at all, I think it really meant a lot to them.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

This means that even if a subcontractor of the airline was at fault for the luggage becoming lost, the airline itself will be held responsible.

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

Employment agencies deny they are at fault for the abuses, blaming the government for lack of enforcement.

From Barron's • Feb. 16, 2026

“Aurora would not, but a few vows have been broken. The punishment is severe. The one at fault is banished to live alone in the Underland,” said Luxa.

From "Gregor the Overlander" by Suzanne Collins