contributory
Example Sentences
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Against the backdrop of recent kidnappings, governors and traditional chiefs from 19 northern states recently dubbed illegal mining a "major contributory factor to the security crises".
From Barron's
Incorrectly categorising risk was a contributory factor to the way French police treated Liverpool fans before the 2023 Champions League final in Paris.
From BBC
In Monday’s case, Sony sued Cox for “contributory” copyright infringement because the cable provider didn’t shut off internet access to alleged pirates who used its service.
Whatever the contributory factors, Labour are gloomy here, even on their upbeat days.
From BBC
He added that changes in land use, such as an increase in rewilding as well as rural depopulation, were also contributory factors.
From BBC
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