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fault

[fawlt] / fɔlt /




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That is likely less the fault of Spielberg and more one of ourselves.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Based on your account, the cistern appears to have developed a new fault immediately after the repair and/or the original problem may have been more complex than first realised.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

"I think being a little bit more savvy, understanding that being too honest at times is probably too much of a fault for us."

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

"I wish you could see a better match today, but Mirra was too good for me, I guess it is her fault!"

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Then he went on sobbing and hiccuping and hugging his blanket while Imogene stalked off and the whole big crowd of kids grumbled at Louella as if it was her fault.

From "The Best School Year Ever" by Barbara Robinson




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