liable to
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“They always were, like the rest of us, liable to such things,” he wrote.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 18, 2026
The idea was liable to catch fire between us.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 13, 2026
The military authorities were aware at the time of the nuclear tests that they might be liable to compensation claims.
From BBC ● Jul. 15, 2026
Heat domes also cause "dry thunderstorms" where rain evaporates before hitting the surface and lightning strikes are liable to trigger wildfires.
From Barron's ● Jul. 10, 2026
“But Gus said he’s liable to be anywhere,” I added.
From "Wish" by Barbara O'Connor
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