partly responsible

Example Sentences

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An epic short squeeze, with bearish investors forced to cover bearish bets, appears to be partly responsible for the gains.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

The American system of philanthropy is partly responsible for museums, hospitals, schools and relief for the country’s underprivileged.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

"Human and veterinary pharmaceuticals could be partly responsible."

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026

If life feels messy or unstable, it is reassuring to think biology is partly responsible.

From Science Daily • Feb. 19, 2026

Actually, if you're grounded forever when you're reading this and people say it's his fault, you should know that Jason D is only partly responsible for that.

From "The Sky at Our Feet" by Nadia Hashimi