fault
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Having recognized the error of his ways, Ogles manned up and took the high road: He posted that it was a staffer’s fault.
From Slate • Jun. 6, 2026
The rise of so-called “nuclear verdicts” in civil claims reflects a nationwide trend rather than a fault of her leadership, she said.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
But one can’t exactly fault Travolta for wanting to keep a low profile, considering that the last two decades have been mired in personal strife for the actor.
From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026
When investigations are carried out after death, a structural problem or an electrical fault in the heart may be found, often inherited.
From BBC • May 31, 2026
If something was in the wrong place, it was his own fault, because no one messed with his room but him.
From "A Boy Called Bat" by Elana K. Arnold
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