liable
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Those who are found liable can still be punished accordingly, and those who settle can still maintain their innocence.
From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026
For years, tech companies have faced lawsuits over whether they should be held liable for harm posed by the design and use of their products.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 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
In March, Meta and Google were found liable for harms caused by a 20-year old plaintiff who said they intentionally built their platforms to be addictive.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
“Jay Berry,” she said, “you’d better get up. Breakfast is almost ready, and things are liable to start happening around here today.”
From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls
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