responsibility
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The show and its team now fall under the responsibility of OpenAI's public affairs chief Chris Lehane, a veteran Washington lobbyist who made his name handling scandals for the Clinton administration.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
If Smart is unable to return in Doncic’s absence, the Lakers could shift even more ball-handling responsibility to Reaves and LeBron James while relying on Bronny James as an additional guard off the bench.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
A somber admission that U.S. actions in Iran might be followed by serious counteraggression was needed, and is part of the president’s responsibility.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026
The Football Association has ultimate responsibility for deciding which of the eight Step 4 regional divisions Hashtag can play in next season.
From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026
“When you show me you can handle the responsibility, Ezekiel,” she said, “then you can come back in the hall.”
From "Chronicles of a Lizard Nobody" by Patrick Ness
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