hold accountable
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"Justice must hold accountable everyone who played a role in this tragedy," said lawyer Matthieu Chirez, who represents 113 civil parties.
From Barron's ● Sep. 8, 2026
“From day one Blake Lively’s mission was clear: expose and hold accountable those who weaponize smear campaigns and retaliatory lawsuits to intimidate and silence survivors,” the statement said.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 7, 2026
“The Department of War will partner with those who perform—and hold accountable those who do not.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 10, 2026
“U.S. Capitol Police will continue to investigate and hopefully hold accountable those responsible.”
From Salon ● Nov. 23, 2025
You sign all papers, and it is you whom the public hold accountable for all moneys deposited in the institution.
From A Beautiful Possibility by Edith Ferguson Black
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