be at fault
Example Sentences
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If he is found to be at fault and suspended, another by-election could be triggered.
From Barron's ● Aug. 14, 2026
A shoddy cable—one somebody bought online, picked up at the gas station or that came with some random cheap electronics—might be at fault.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 13, 2026
There are financial implications if the utility is found to be at fault.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 28, 2025
The council said it would take formal enforcement action if the letting agents or landlord are found to be at fault.
From BBC ● Dec. 18, 2024
Some other theory that this theory depends on may be at fault, some fact that has been taken for granted may be mistaken, or some piece of equipment may not operate as envisaged.
From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton
