responsibility
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Earlier in her speech, Kirk recalled her husband’s hope that this conference would impart lessons about “the sanctity of life, about fiscal responsibility, about liberty and family.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
The semi-official Iranian Mehr News Agency reported that Iran had not claimed responsibility for the downed aircraft.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
His unmanned systems forces claim responsibility for 30 to 35 percent of all confirmed destroyed Russian targets, even though they make up just two percent of the Ukrainian army.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
Richards, who now helps people exit cults, is open about what his former beloved leader did but also takes responsibility for his own behavior.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
“A person who has responsibility for or looks after something,” said Jake.
From "The Smartest Kid in the Universe" by Chris Grabenstein
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