lie with

Example Sentences

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While the decision on intervention lies with Japan’s finance ministry, minutes from the BOJ’s meeting last month underline that the central bank is keeping a close eye on the yen.

From The Wall Street Journal

Mid Ulster District Council said the responsibility for managing pests on private property "lies with the owner or occupier".

From BBC

All that said, here’s the harsh truth: It’s extremely difficult to contest a will, and the burden of proof lies with your friend’s sister.

From MarketWatch

In its appeal, which is ongoing, Tesla says the fault lies with a reckless driver.

From BBC

It lies with others way above him - the ones who orchestrated the club's slapstick transfer window in the summer.

From BBC