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responsible

[ri-spon-suh-buhl] / rɪˈspɒn sə bəl /




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“It’s really one of the factors that was responsible for Steyer’s campaign not being successful,” DiCamillo said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Maybe some people would commute a decent distance so as to not be responsible for cooking a meal.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

Dana Chairman R. Bruce McDonald is slated to serve as executive chairman of the combined company, responsible for integration and synergy realizations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

According to the data, cells first experience a decline in stress resistance and disruptions in protein homeostasis, the system responsible for maintaining protein stability.

From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026

Not only did she tend to Martha’s clothing, but Ona was responsible for Martha Washington’s makeup—powders and rouge were popular at the time.

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis




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