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as in liable
being the one who must meet an obligation or suffer the consequences for failing to do so
the state laws hold pet owners responsible for any damage or injury done by improperly restrained animals
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as in reliable
worthy of one's trust
our regular babysitter is very responsible
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a responsible adult
responsible decisions
a responsible government
a capable government
a competent government
a vigilant government
a prudent government
a resourceful government
responsible behavior
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Recent Examples of responsible
Risk Factors Atherosclerosis is responsible for the vast majority of cases of renal artery stenosis.
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Anju Goel, Verywell Health, 1 Apr. 2025
This year’s legislation, however, also targets a new kind of buzz — beverages that include THC, or tetrahydrocannabinol, the primary psychoactive component in cannabis that’s responsible for getting users high.
—Dara Kam, Sun Sentinel, 31 Mar. 2025
As a rule, the person making the gift (not the recipient) is responsible for any applicable federal gift taxes.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025
However, her response states that because legislative bodies are not responsible for enforcing laws, she is blocked from speaking to lawmakers.
—Clare Duffy, CNN, 20 Mar. 2025
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Under current law, the recipient is ultimately liable for any benefits or burdens the procedure brings.—
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Absolute liability in New York means that a contractor and the building owner are automatically liable regardless of whether the worker contributed to or was at fault in the accident.—
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Furthering its commitment to sustainable infrastructure, the company announced plans to expand its ultra-fast charging network internationally to help address the increasing demand for fast and reliable EV charging solutions.—
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Record sales have become a less reliable source of income for artists.—
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Maintain a safe distance from water, wet items, and metal objects.—
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Until there is, the safest approach may be not to share at all.—
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Read More | Local’s theory about ancient standing stone in UK forest turns out to be true.—
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That versatility is, in a lot of ways, the true beauty of unicorns.—
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On the bright side, healthy lifestyle choices, such as a good diet and regular exercise, offer even greater heart health protection for women.—
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God bless iconic events for granting my fourth (and perhaps best) film a religious re-release!—
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In this case, there is Alba’s magnetic allure and the other two’s steady relationships.—
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Cool heads and steady hands will have to do in this era of a president intent on wrecking the world’s most resilient economy.—
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“Responsible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/responsible. Accessed 12 Apr. 2025.
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