liable
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The schools claim that dealing with the ill effects of social media has cost them money and resources, and that the platforms should be deemed a "public nuisance" and held liable for impacting children's well-being.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
In 2024, a jury found former leader Wayne LaPierre liable for misusing millions on private-plane rides and luxury vacations.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
"We believe that OpenAI and its ChatGPT and Sam Altman personally are liable for potentially up to billions of dollars," he said.
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
In a breach-of-lease complaint filed in Superior Court, Hackman said Erewhon is liable for more than $275,000 in unpaid rent and legal fees.
From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026
One of the policemen said, “Old woman, you’ll have to get out of here. You’re liable to get knocked down when we take him through the door.”
From "Harriet Tubman: Conductor on the Underground Railroad" by Ann Petry
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