vicarious

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Many scholars question the fairness of vicarious liability in criminal cases, viewing it as an unwarranted exception to the general rule that criminal responsibility must be personal.

From Slate • Mar. 5, 2026

Television is a vehicle built for vicarious experiences, a medium fueled by feeling and thus prone to engaging in manipulation.

From Salon • May 26, 2025

Harrods has accepted vicarious liability for some of the claims, a legal term meaning it accepts ultimate responsibility for Al Fayed's alleged actions.

From BBC • Sep. 29, 2024

She’s also juggling appointments with a therapist to cure her insomnia, which leads to exploring her abandonment issues and the effects of vicarious trauma.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 18, 2024

Even Poor Old Ras, as Charles called his brother, expressed his excitement and his vicarious happiness.

From "Charles and Emma: The Darwins' Leap of Faith" by Deborah Heiligman