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fault

[fawlt] / fɔlt /




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In a February 2025 letter to state regulators, Edison said it had detected a single fault on a line more than five miles away from Altadena about 6:11 p.m. on the night the fire ignited.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

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

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

Mr. Pence is courtly, and chivalrous perhaps to a fault.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

“Not my fault you got in the wrong chair,” Regan said.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin




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